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Washer disinfector considerations

Jane Renehan answers another question from a reader – this time, on purchasing a washer disinfector. The question – Dear Jane… Can you give me some advice as to what I should look out for when buying a new washer disinfector? This will be the first washer disinfector installed into the practice and I would … Continued

Waste management compliance documentation

Jane Renehan, a national expert on dental regulation, answers a question from a reader regarding waste management compliance documentation. The question – Dear Jane… In our dental clinic, we take our waste management responsibilities seriously. Nonetheless, we’d value some guidance prior to reviewing and updating our waste management compliance file. What would you advise? The … Continued

Local decontamination units

Jane Renehan tackles the important area of decontamination requirements when it comes to practice design and refurbishment. Dear Jane, One of the most frequent questions I receive is about standards in the design of a new practice build or a major refurbishment of existing premises. These queries usually focus on clarifying the minimum infection prevention … Continued

Ask the expert: autoclaves

Jane Renehan answers questions on the function of autoclaves. Dear Jane, I have a quick question regarding my autoclave, it’s a class B. Could you clarify what routine in-practice tests and other checks should be carried out on this steriliser? There seems to be a lot of different assessments which need to be done. Regards, … Continued

Clinical compliance in dental practice

Jane Renehan provides a basic guide to the essential regulations for compliance to give dentists a solid foundation to build on. For dentists working in the Republic of Ireland, finding out what are the regulations that govern their clinical practice is not straight forward. In fact, it’s a quagmire of confusing pathways, cul-de-sacs and motorways. … Continued