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• Safeguarding Heroes: The Science Behind Fentanyl-Resistant Chemotherapy Tested Nitrile Gloves

  Posted: December 01, 2023

  Categories: Personal Protection and Safety , Infection Control , Professional
  

  Unraveling the Protective Layers for First Responders

  In the unyielding battle against the fentanyl epidemic, the protection of our first responders hinges on the reliability of their gear. Within this arsenal, chemotherapy tested nitrile gloves have emerged as a formidable defense against fentanyl exposure. This article dives into the intricate processes and standards that define the fentanyl protection capabilities of these gloves.

   

  Understanding the Fentanyl Challenge

  Fentanyl, notorious for its potency, being 50-100 times more potent than morphine, and 30-50 times more potent than heroin, demands specialized protective measures. Chemotherapy tested nitrile gloves go beyond conventional options, offering a robust defense against this formidable adversary. But how are these gloves rigorously tested to ensure

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• Ensuring Safety in Dental Practices: A Guide to Sterilization Monitoring

  Posted: November 24, 2023

  Categories: IPAC Compliance , Question and Answer , Infection Control , Professional
  

  maxill is proud to introduce the ‘new guy’ in the IPAC line up of products… The Process Challenge Device (PCD). A PCD is a key element in the quality assurance testing of dental office sterilizers. It is used to monitor the performance of the sterilization process. The PCD simulates an equal or greater challenge than the most difficult instrument/item routinely processed in a sterilization cycle. Each day and each cycle used requires the use of a PCD. Adding a more rigorous approach to testing follows best practice within the risk management of the theory of routine practice principles of infection prevention and control.

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• Understanding PPE in the Dental Office: Safeguarding Health Through Protective Equipment

  Posted: November 24, 2023

  Categories: Personal Protection and Safety , Infection Control , Patient Health , Professional
  

  PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. It refers to any equipment or clothing specifically designed to be worn or used by individuals to protect themselves from potential hazards, risks, or injuries in the workplace or other environments.

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• Because You Asked | All About Benzocaine: An In-Depth Exploration

  Posted: November 17, 2023

  Categories: Question and Answer , Procedural , Dental Hygiene , Product , Professional
  

  An In-Depth Exploration of Uses, Safety Measures, and Applications of Benzocaine

  Benzocaine is a popular topical anesthetic that offers relief from things such as pain, itching, and discomfort in various situations. In this article, we'll delve into what benzocaine is, how to use it, where and how to apply benzocaine topicals, potential side effects, and the clinical applications in a dental office.

   

   

  What is Benzocaine and How Do You Use It?

   

  Benzocaine is a synthetic compound classified as a topical anesthetic. It works by temporarily numbing the area where it is applied, thanks to its ability to block nerve signals. Benzocaine is available in various forms, including creams, gels, sprays, ointments, and lozenges. The specific

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