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Recent Blog Posts
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Posted: November 12, 2025
Read more »Over the past week, I’ve received several emails from dental professionals asking about information they received during various IPAC sessions within the dental community, specifically around the placement and use of the Type V chemical indicator (CI).
Two common questions have emerged:
- Is a Class IV CI in a cassette sufficient?
- If a Class V is placed in all cassettes, is there still a need for a Type V in a Process Challenge Device (PCD)?
These questions are important. They show that people are listening, engaging, and wanting to do things right. But they also highlight why dismantling received information and fact-checking for evidence is essential in infection prevention and control (IPAC).
1. The Risk of Passive Acceptance
In the IPAC world, information travels quickly, especially when it’s shared confidently or
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Posted: October 09, 2025Categories: IPAC Compliance , Personal Protection and Safety , Infection Control , Professional , Pathogens
Read more »In a dental setting, we habitually talk about “Infection prevention,” “sterilization,” and “barrier protection.” But as pathogens evolve, or as outbreaks resurge, it’s worth revisiting some fundamentals in an era of stronger pathogens: what “stronger bugs” we might face, what disinfectants actually eliminate them, and what personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed when you’re using more potent chemicals.
Viral mutations, global travel, and environmental pressures have contributed to more resilient microorganisms and more frequent re-emergence of previously controlled diseases — for example, measles. To meet these challenges, dentistry has responded with broad-spectrum, hospital-grade disinfectants capable of neutralizing the toughest microbial threats. But that same chemical strength demands an equally strong commitment to safe handling and appropriate PPE.
Understanding “Stronger Bugs”: Viruses, Bacteria, and Benchmark Organisms
Not all microorga
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Posted: September 18, 2025
Read more »When clients settle into the dental chair, they’re not just trusting us with their teeth... they’re trusting us with their safety as a whole. One of the most commonly overlooked, yet vital, components of that safety is eye protection. You may be asking yourself, “Why are we still talking about something as fundamental as protective eyewear? Shouldn’t this already be second nature in dentistry?” The truth is, it should be. However, the question continues to resurface in IPAC discussions, particularly as many practices experience rotating staff who may not have received consistent or comprehensive IPAC training. Dental procedures can produce aerosols, project debris, contaminate with water spray, chemicals, and even cause accidental sharp injuries. The result? Preventable injuries that can change lives forever.
Clinician Responsibility: Educate, Empower, Enforce
As dental professionals, our manda
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Posted: September 03, 2025
Read more »For decades, the aluminum foil test has been the go-to method for checking ultrasonic cleaners in dental, medical, and laboratory settings. It’s simple, inexpensive, and provides a visual confirmation that cavitation, the core cleaning action of an ultrasonic unit, is happening. But as our understanding of infection prevention and control has evolved, so too has the need for more accurate, clinically relevant verification methods.
The truth is, while the foil test might tell you that your ultrasonic unit is producing bubbles, it can’t tell you whether it’s actually cleaning instruments to the standard required for patient safety. This is where soil indicators come in.
The Limits of the Foil Test
The foil test works by running the ultrasonic cycle with pieces of aluminum foil suspended in the tank, then inspecting for pitting or perfo