Jane Renehan answers another reader’s question relating to eliminating bacteria in dental waterlines. The question – Dear Jane… What is the best way to ensure that dental waterlines are clean and clear of biofilm? Is there a recommended product that is best for eliminating bacteria in waterlines? The answer Dental practices operate with a large … Continued
Jane Renehan provides the answer to another reader’s question regarding dental amalgam separators. The question – Dear Jane… This query is in relation to dental amalgam separators and the regulations. My local authority contacted me recently requiring that I complete a self-declaration questionnaire and return it along with specific documentation. Can you clarify what steps … Continued
Jane Renehan offers 10 tips to follow when buying a new autoclave in response to a reader’s question. The question – Dear Jane… Can you give me some advice as to what I should look out for when buying a new dental autoclave? The answer The autoclave is an essential equipment item in dental practices. … Continued
Jane Renehan answers a reader’s question on how to get started with compliance. The question – Dear Jane… In recent months I opened a new dental practice. I’m working single-handedly at the moment, but over time I have plans to expand the size of the practice. With the new build, purchase of equipment, recruiting staff … Continued
Jane Renehan answers another reader’s question – read on to learn how to carry out an effective risk assessment. The question – Dear Jane… Would you explain in simple steps how to carry out a risk assessment? Any guidance I have received seems to involve a lot of time and paperwork. I just can’t see the … Continued
Jane Renehan answers another question from a reader – this time, she’s busting some myths about hand-held portable X-ray devices. The question – Dear Jane… Are hand-held portable X-ray devices a like-for-like substitute for a wall-mounted intraoral X-ray machines? The answer Hand-held X-ray equipment should not be considered as a replacement for fixed or semi-mobile intraoral … Continued
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
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