HANSAmed Limited: BlogBloghttps://hansamed.net/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:13:48 GMTurn:store:1:blog:post:36https://hansamed.net/periodontal-issue-july-2023PERIODONTAL ISSUE | JULY 2023<p>If caught early, gum disease is something a patient can manage themselves with proper hygiene and management of their diet. However, it is not always easy for patients to maintain their oral health at home nor is access to dental care always guaranteed. Once gum disease has progressed, we can’t expect at-home care alone to be enough, nor can we expect normal hygiene appointments to solve the problem. As clinicians, it is important that we consider adjunctive treatments that can be added to our normal routine that will put our patients in their best state of dental health.</p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Effects of Locally Delivered Minocycline Microspheres in Postmenopausal Female Patients with Periodontitis: A Clinical and Microbiological Study</span></h2> <p>Diagnostics (Basel) 2022, G Laza et al</p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788125/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/newsJULY2023.png" alt="" width="1281" height="496" /></a></p> </li> </ul> <p>Much like with the rest of our body, hormones can also wreak havoc on our oral health. Periodontal issues already plague our older generations, but the added weight of menopausal hormones can increase the chances of developing other conditions affecting your oral health. Due to the low hormonal concentrations associated with the postmenopausal period, there is also a chance of periodontitis worsening. The following article studies the effects of using Arestin minocycline microspheres along with scaling and root planing on postmenopausal female patients to determine the benefits after just 3 months. </p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35741120/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788125/"> </a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://hansamed.net/arestin-minocycline-hcl-microspheres-1mg-12-carpbx?utm_source=brevo&amp;utm_campaign=Issue%20%20JULY%202023%20FROM%20HANSAMED%20LIMITED__copy_copy&amp;utm_medium=email" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/Arestin.jpg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:35https://hansamed.net/pain-control-issue-june-2023PAIN CONTROL ISSUE | JUNE 2023<p><span lang="EN-US">The definition of pain is physical</span> suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury. <span lang="EN-US">Unfortunately, pain is a part of daily life whether it’s caused by accidental trauma or the result of a necessary surgery, and how we deal with pain is unique from person to person. In the dental world, we have many tools in our arsenal to combat our patients’ pain, but what is available that offers the least risk to your patient?</span></p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Articaine: dental practitioner use, the basis of perception and evidence-based dentistry a cross-sectional study</span></h2> <p> <em>BDJ Open </em><em>2022, E Martin </em><em>et al</em></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788125/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/newsJUNE2023.png" alt="" width="1281" height="496" /></a></p> </li> </ul> <p>Articaine, which was first introduced in the Canadian dental market in 1985 has been a popular choice for clinicians for many years. It performs just as well as lidocaine but offers extra benefits such as safer second injections, quick metabolization, and a higher degree of safety for those with liver issues. Articaine also offers more thorough anesthesia than lidocaine in situations where infection/inflammation is present. Despite the many benefits and overall strength of Articaine, there remains a taboo when using it due to fear of paresthesia, despite it being disproved. The following article will seek to ascertain the use of Articaine among general practitioners, the basis of their perceptions about articaine and whether current practices are in line with recent evidence regarding articaine safety and efficacy.</p> <p><span lang="EN-US"> </span></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788125/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788125/"> </a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://hansamed.net/ultracaine" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/uc-banner.png" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:34https://hansamed.net/medical-emergencies-issue-may-2023MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ISSUE | MAY 2023<p><span lang="EN-US">In order to have a successful outcome in a medical emergency situation, prompt recognition and preparedness are key. Be aware of what emergencies are most likely to happen in your practice, how to treat them, how to manage the situation and be mindful that emergencies can happen one after the other.</span></p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Emergency protocol in the dental clinic: Assessing medical emergency training requirements and guidelines for dentists</span></h2> <p> </p> <p>J Am Dent Assoc 2023, L Pius et al</p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36710159/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/newsmay2023.png" alt="" width="1281" height="496" /></a></p> </li> </ul> <p><span lang="EN-US">A medical emergency can occur at any time, regardless of a person’s age or health and when an emergency strikes it waits for no one. Each province has a set of rules and guidelines to ensure our dental offices are prepared to offer medical care in a fast and safe way to ensure the highest likelihood of success. Not only do we need to have the appropriate medications on hand, but proper training is vital for everyone from the front desk staff to the back staff to ensure no lapse in care will occur and that the knowledge of what to do is engrained and instinctual so when a stressful situation transpires, the correct action is taken. The following article will examine different guidelines from different organizations pertaining to emergency management and may serve as a good comparison to what is suggested by our local authorities. </span></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36710159/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34598857/"> </a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://ishop.hansamed.net/emergency-kits" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/0001817_Lighthouse.jpeg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:33https://hansamed.net/infection-control-issue-april-2023INFECTION CONTROL ISSUE | APRIL 2023<p><span lang="EN-US">Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, infection control has become a worldwide obsession. As we have learned, there are many requirements we as dental professionals must meet in order to safely treat our patients. While these requirements are fairly standard across the healthcare world, there are still choices to be made when it comes to selecting the best products to use in our office. </span></p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Efficacy of  biocidal agents and disinfectants against the monkeypox virus and other orthopoxviruses</span></h2> <p>J Hosp Infec 2022, G Kampf</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35777702/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/NEWSAPRIL20223.png" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">As we make our way out of winter and finally emerge from what has been a season of frequent illnesses for many, the last thing we want to hear is the news of another virus spreading around the world. However, as of April 12<sup>th,</sup> the number of global cases of monkeypox virus has surged to 86 956 and with transmission being skin-to-skin or through respiratory secretions, dental offices have a particular need to pay attention to these statistics. With the extensive infection control parameters put in place during the Covid-19 pandemic, it is fair to say the majority of dental offices are prepared to put their best foot forward when it comes to preventing the spread of disease. However, the question remains which of the available disinfectants are the best to use to ensure the cleanliness of your offices? The following article will evaluate the current published data discussing the antiviral efficacy of biocidal agents and disinfectants against the monkeypox virus and other orthopoxviruses.</span></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35777702/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34598857/"> </a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://hansamed.net/cleaners-and-disinfectants" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/scican.jpg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:25https://hansamed.net/restorative-and-cosmetic-dentistry-issue-september-2022-3RESTORATIVE AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY ISSUE | SEPTEMBER 2022<p>Restorations continue to be one of the most common procedures performed in dentistry, and statistics have shown that an estimated 96% of Canadians have dealt with at least one cavity in their adult life. With our country going through inflation and rising costs for just about everything, we can likely expect a greater need for restorations in the near future with people eating a less healthy diet and visiting the dentist less for regular cleanings.</p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Bur Choice When Removing Zirconia Restorations</span></h2> <p>J Prosthodont2022, Francis L. Keeling et al</p> <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35771711/ "><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/SEPTNEWS2.png" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">Zirconia crowns offer strength, durability, longevity, and high biocompatibility for patients. These are all great characteristics to have in a crown which is why Zirconia is gaining in popularity. Yet the risk always remains that the crown may need to one day be removed, then what? Cutting through these crowns will cause a lot of wear and tear on your instruments which is why it is important to choose wisely and efficiently to save yourself and your patients time and discomfort. How you choose to purchase burs for your office will of course play a role in what you choose but consider the following article that studied the efficiency of several burs and the benefits of the single-use bur in particular for achieving success in removing zirconia burs.<strong>  </strong></span></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35771711/ "><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <ul> <li> <h2><span style="color: #000080;">The advantages of the dental operative microscope in restorative dentistry</span></h2> <p>Med Pharm Rep 2021 Marius Bud. et al</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33629044/ "><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/SEPTNEWS1.png" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">Having a clear and direct view of your field of treatment is vital in assessing the needs of your patients. Dental professionals face many challenges but working in a small dark area such as the mouth and attempting to locate the onset of caries or stains is probably one of the most trying aspects of dentistry. Unfortunately, even if you have perfect vision there are situations that require a more intense magnification for a better understanding of what you’re seeing. While dental loupes are the most common device for gaining magnification, it might be more prudent to consider a dental microscope. The following article will discuss the advantages of using a microscope verses the more common but less beneficial dental loupes.</span></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33629044/ "><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt;</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34479666/"> </a></p> <p><a href="https://www.hansamed.net/restoration-zendo" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/8fc7971bab367bc26b2536358d4927c17678ad6c47ed7eccf60b90a4ae4af293.png" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:21https://hansamed.net/medicalMEDICAL EMERGENCIES ISSUE | MAY 2022<p>Medical emergencies have been impacted by heightened levels of stress and anxiety that people are experiencing as we are still in pandemic times. As dental professionals it is important we get back on track and prioritize what to do when an emergency happens. Let's be prepared to save a life.</p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Medical Emergency Management in the Dental Office (MEMDO): A Pilot Study Assessing a Simulation-Based Training Curriculum for Dentists</span></h2> <p>Anesth Prog. 2021 Jesse W Manton et al</p> <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34185862/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/emergency.png" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p>According to this next article, in the event of a medical emergency in the dental office, the dentist must be able to identify a patient in distress, assess the situation, and institute proper management. This is all well and good, but when an emergency does happen how prepared is everyone in the office from the front staff to back staff to successfully stop a medical emergency from escalating to something worse? It is a Canada-wide requirement for dental clinics to carry a medical emergency kit with drugs specific to medical emergencies that are commonly experienced in a dental setting. Of course, the office needs to ensure that all drugs are readily available and not expired but what else should the office be doing to ensure a successful outcome following an emergency? One of the most important things you can do is assign roles and responsibilities to each staff member and make a point to implement routine emergency drills, so that when the time comes everyone is confident, prepared, and ready to save a life. The following study assessed the impact of a simulation-based medical emergency preparedness curriculum on a resident's ability to manage medical emergencies as opposed to lecture-only sessions.</p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34185862/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <ul> <li> <h2><span style="color: #000080;">Syncope in Dental Practices: A systematic Review on Aetiology and Management</span></h2> <p>J Evid Based Dent Pract. 2021 Irene Hutse et al</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34479666/"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/syncope.png" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p>According to heart.org,<strong> “</strong>Syncope is a temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain. It's also called fainting or "passing out” and it most often occurs when <a href="https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/the-facts-about-high-blood-pressure/low-blood-pressure-when-blood-pressure-is-too-low">blood pressure is too low</a> (hypotension) and the heart doesn't pump enough oxygen to the brain”. Syncope is also the most common medical emergency to occur in a dental office and a big reason for that is the fear and anxiety that patients often feel when coming to the office for treatment. Making your patient feel comfortable and safe however is hard to accomplish when you’re about to administer a local anesthetic, another factor that plays a strong role in triggering syncope. This next article aims to provide a systematic review of the current evidence surrounding the aetiology and management in terms of treatment and prevention of syncope in dental practices as well as discusses the association between syncope and local anesthetics.</p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34479666/"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt;</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34479666/"> </a></p> <p><a href="https://www.hansamed.net/emergency-kits" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/Lighthouse.jpg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:20https://hansamed.net/restorative-and-cosmetic-dentistry-issueRESTORATIVE AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY ISSUE | APRIL 2022<p>A successful restoration has good longevity, resistance to decay, and great esthetics. They can solve an array of problems ranging from wanting to improve the look of your smile to serious pain, discomfort, and infection. It is no wonder that restorative dentistry costs approximately 46 billion dollars in the United States annually. While the technique is paramount to the success of restorations, there is much more to learn about the products we are using and their characteristics than one would expect!</p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">A review of dental composites: Challenges, chemistry aspects, filler influence, and future insights</span></h2> <p><span style="color: #000000;">Composites Part B: Engineering 2021, <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359836821002432#!"><span style="color: #000000;">Alireza Aminoroaya</span></a> et al</span></p> <h2> </h2> <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359836821002432%20"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/tools.jpg" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">Despite our best efforts and the good intentions of our patients, treating decayed teeth is something that will always be at the forefront of our day-to-day practices. </span><span lang="EN-US">More than 90% of adults and approximately 20% of people in all age groups in the United States and more than one-third of people in all age groups worldwide have experienced tooth decay. With these staggering numbers, it’s important to acknowledge that decay can still affect teeth that have since been restored. While there are many effective restorative materials out there to choose from, they often come with their own drawbacks and limitations that unfortunately may result in retreating a tooth that has since been considered restored. The following article will strategize how to overcome the different shortcomings of dental composites and discuss the different properties and their effect on the longevity of a restoration.</span></p> <p><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359836821002432%20"><strong>&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt; </strong></a></p> <p> </p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <ul> <li> <h2><span style="color: #000080;">Composite veneers: The direct-indirect technique revisited</span></h2> <p>Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry 2021Newton Fahl Jr. et al</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336852/%20"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/smile.jpg" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></a></p> <p>The introduction of veneers into the world of cosmetic dentistry has allowed millions of people to transform their smiles from stained, chipped, or uneven to beautiful, bright, and functional. Veneers can be customized for the patient based on their style, budget and needs and are a great option when aiming for a conservative approach. While a direct technique is common, the direct-indirect technique with its more broad indications has gained the interest of many clinicians. This technique for composite veneers combines the advantages of both the direct composite placement technique and the indirect veneer technique to not only provide excellent esthetics and enhanced gingival health but gives the operator more control and the patient less chair time. The following article will examine the direct-indirect composite veneer technique, as well as outline critical steps and tips for clinical success.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336852/ " target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt;</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://hansamed.net/restoration-zendo?utm_source=sendinblue&amp;utm_campaign=RESTORATIVE%20AND%20COSMETIC%20DENTISTRY%20%20ISSUE%20%20APRIL%202022%20FROM%20HANSAMED%20LIMITED&amp;utm_medium=email" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/zendo1.jpg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>urn:store:1:blog:post:18https://hansamed.net/infection-control-issue-march-2022-2INFECTION CONTROL ISSUE | MARCH 2022<p>While bacteria and viruses are everywhere we go, now more than ever we are attuned to their dangers. While times are changing for the better and we are seeing restrictions ease, it does not mean that we are in the clear. Many of the extreme measures introduced during the covid-19 pandemic are here to stay, especially for dental offices! </p> <table class="rnb-columns-container" border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr><th class="rnb-force-col" valign="top"> </th></tr> </tbody> </table> <ul> <li style="text-align: left;"> <h2><span style="color: #333399;">Infection Control in Dentistry Before, During, and After COVID-19 Pandemic</span></h2> <p>Infection Control Today 2022, Lisa Kane</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/people.jpg" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></p> <p>The most recent available data has indicated a staggering 462 million covid-19 cases worldwide. This pandemic has forever altered the way we will operate our daily lives moving forward and it is no different from how we will choose to manage our clinics. What was once a mild suggestion like posting handwashing signs in the waiting room or patient screening prior to their appointments to ensure they aren’t coming in sick has become the gold standard of care in every institution, not just health care. While it made sense to follow these guidelines to keep our community safe from a pandemic, now that the vaccines have rolled out the question remains, what happens now? Do we continue to follow the strict guidelines created for an extreme situation, or do we throw caution to the wind and go back to how things were? The following article will examine infection control practices before and during the pandemic, as well as project what they might look like going forward.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://cdn.sanity.io/files/0vv8moc6/infenctioncontrol/e37defae0d7c38549a9f29cd41e563a22a18acb1.pdf/ICT0122_ezine.pdf " target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt;</a> </strong><em>(page 32)</em></p> <p> </p> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <ul> <li> <h2><span style="color: #000080;">Big Concern for Public Health: Microbial Contamination of Mobile Phones</span></h2> <p>J Infect Dev Ctries2021, Tara Sadeeq et al</p> </li> </ul> <p style="text-align: left;"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/mobile.jpg" alt="" width="915" height="354" /></p> <p>Did you know, 91% of all adult users of mobile phones keep their phones within arms reach for 24 hours a day? Many of us are likely in agreement with that statement as we do everything from interacting with friends, grocery shopping, and even paying our bills with our mobile devices. As many dental offices begin to modernize, they are likely to introduce even more devices to aid in patient care and education as well. However, a 2010 study revealed that mobile phones have about 18 times more bacteria on them than the flush handle of a toilet. With this in mind, it’s important that we educate ourselves and our patients on the potential bacterial effects of carrying around a phone constantly without cleaning it. The following study provides the first data on the rate of microbial contamination on mobile phones and the efficiency of the use of alcohol to disinfect mobile phones.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34242189/" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click to access the article &lt;&lt;</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://hansamed.net/cleaners-and-disinfectants" target="_blank"><img src="https://hansamed.blob.core.windows.net/production-uploaded-folder-image/infection-control---optimum.jpg" alt="" width="888" height="308" /></a></p>