Equipment care

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The disinfection of dental chair suction systems

Krishna Baidya outlines a recent clinical audit initiative at Guys Hospital, London.

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Investing in safety

Jon Bryant reviews the importance of choosing the right steriliser for your practice.

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An effective solution

Nicky Varney discusses why water safety is vital in the dental practice.

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Does your equipment pass the test?

Jenny Nixon looks at the UK guidance testing requirements for decontamination equipment.

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Artificial intelligence ‘closes the loop’ between clinician recommendation and patient purchase

​Philips has partnered with FollowApp to use next-generation artificial intelligence to help dental practices follow up after treatments to check on...

The real cost

Nicky Varney emphasises the real costs of equipment breakdown.

The hidden problem of proteins

Jenny Nixon looks at the effect of residual proteinaceous material on the reprocessing of dental instruments.

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What is the truth about dental amalgam?

One of the critical debates at BDIA Dental Showcase 2024 focused on dental amalgam. Opinion leaders met to discuss the material's safety and the...

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Making intraoral scanning child’s play

Embracing IOS can enhance the patient experience whatever their age.

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Keep calm and carry on

Rebecca Waters details how to respond when things go wrong in the practice.

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IP&C Practice of the Year winner announced

​The winners of the 2023 ‘Aura Infection Prevention and Control Practice of the Year’ has been announced.

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Keep it SMART

Mark Beckwith offers advice on the SMART way to clean, lubricate and sterilise dental handpieces.