SterilizationThe sterilization process before every procedure is stringent. Safety is a priority. It is a process intended to kill all microorganisms. These videos provide dental health care workers information concerning methods and means of disinfection and sterilization of dental environments, instruments and materials. Safeguards, techniques, and standards are required to protect the health and welfare of patients and professionals. You will see the procedures and products used in a busy dental hygiene clinic that maintain a disinfected environment. Mechanical techniques for monitoring sterilization are demonstrated including assessing the cycle time, temperature, and pressure of sterilization equipment by observing the gauges or displays on the sterilizer. Steps of sterilization include presoaking, ultrasonic cleaning, packaging, and storage of instruments and equipment. Standard precautions are followed.
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Welcome to Registered Dental Hygienist Development, brought to you by Margaret Newville RDH, MEd. This resource is intended for both dental hygiene students and their faculty. Browse videos demonstrating the basic instrumentation used in beginning scaling techniques. There are also sample images of radiographs to practice identifying normal and abnormal findings. Expansion of RDH Development is in progress so check back frequently!
Midterms are over so we have reached the half-way point in the semester. It is important to focus on what you accomplished and not get discouraged by the amount of work that is still to be done. A famous quote to think about is: “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” by Abraham Lincoln. We only have 6 more weeks so “just keep swimming” as a wise Junior once said. More News