Infection Prevention and Control

Antibiotic-resistant deaths in older populations predicted to double by 2050

More than 39m people around the world could die from antibiotic-resistant infections over the next 25 years, according to a study published in The Lancet.

Is a washer disinfector really worth it?

Nicky Varney explains how washer disinfectors upgrade and enhance instrument decontamination.

Auto vs manual

Nadine Bellamy-Thomas examines the debate over cleaning methods for reprocessing dental instruments.

£85m pledged to tackle antibiotic emergency

Funding of £85m has been announced by the government at a global event to support the international community in tackling the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance.

When does a glove become infectious?

Rebecca Waters discusses hazardous waste management.

Is your practice a leader in infection control?

Laura Edgar, the managing director of Aura Infection Control, a leading authority in decontamination and cross-infection control in the UK, shared her most crucial advice for dental practices at...

Keeping control of infection prevention

Nicky Varney explains how practices can remain compliant.

Infection control business relocates to Derby

Dentisan officially opened its new Centre of Excellence on January 31, 2024. The facility is central to the business's expansion plans and was designed with sustainability in mind.

Breaking the chain of infection

Julia Svec details the essential steps to take to reduce transmission.

Giving viruses the cold shoulder

Nicky Varney explains the importance of infection prevention practices in the winter.

First-of-its-kind splatter study examines infection control during oral surgery

A study from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry examined the patterns of splatter contamination created by rotary instruments and irrigation during oral surgery. This study is the first...

Doing your bit

Rebecca Waters discusses the role of dental professionals in fighting antibiotic resistance.