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The Cutting Edge: Reprocessing and Maintenance

The Cutting Edge: Reprocessing and Maintenance

By: Dr. Fiona Collins, ...Dr. Fiona Collins, BDS, MBA, MA

Post Date: 6/10/2024

CE Amount: 2

Categories: Infection Control, +1 moreRestorative

COURSE OVERVIEW

Instrument reprocessing is a key component of infection control. Core steps in instrument reprocessing for handpieces, motors, and other attachments are similar to other instruments and devices; however, there are also specific steps that differ and vary by type and manufacturer. All such devices that attach to and detach from the dental unit air and waterlines should be cleaned and heat sterilized (autoclaved) following the manufacturer’s instructions for reprocessing. In addition, device maintenance is essential for proper functioning, safety, and longevity of these devices. Consideration should also be given to burs and their role in effective, efficient, and safe patient care.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After completing this article, the reader should be able to: 

  1. Review the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations on the reprocessing of handpieces/attachments and motors
  2. List tips and know how to avoid common errors in handpiece/attachment and motor reprocessing
  3. Describe the CDC recommendations for stand-alone
    (cordless) devices
  4. Review considerations in selecting burs and their role in efficiency, safety, and the functioning of handpieces/attachments.

COURSE SPEAKER

Dr. Fiona  Collins, BDS, MBA, MA
Dr. Fiona Collins, BDS, MBA, MA

Dr. Collins has presented throughout the US and internationally, educating dental professionals and students through interactive and engaging live presentations, webinars, and continuing education articles. Fiona has also worked with organizations to deliver practical and cutting edge information that enhances patient care and safety. Her topics include infection control and OSHA, the prevention and management of oral disease, HPV, dry mouth, dental materials, pain management, and vaping, marijuana, and tobacco cessation. During her career, she has worked in general practice, academia, industry, and as a consultant. Dr. Collins is the ADA representative to the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), a member of the ADA, and the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP), a participant in Standards working groups, and a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Fiona is a Friend of Hu-Friedy. She received an honorarium from Dental Learning for coauthoring this course. Dr. Collins can be reached at drfionacollins@gmail.com.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is intended for Dental Assistant, Dentist, Hygienist, and Office Manager from novice to advanced.

EDUCATIONAL METHOD

Self Instructional Online CE Course

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SCIENTIFIC INTEGRITY STATEMENT

Information shared in this continuing education activity is developed from clinical research and represents the most current information available from evidence-based dentistry.

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Information in this continuing education activity is derived from data and information obtained from the reference section.

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This Dental Learning presentation is made possible through the continued support of Dentsply Sirona. Dr. Fiona M. Collins, BDS, MBA, MA is a consultant and/or speaker for the following companies and/or organizations: Dental Learning, Dentsply Sirona. Dr. Fiona M. Collins, BDS, MBA, MA may receive an honorarium as compensation from the CE Supporter of this presentation and/or from Dental Learning for the time involved in preparing and delivering this online presentation.

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