Resterilization of single-use devices used in oral and maxillofacial surgery

Comparison of Different Cleaning Procedures of Implant Drills Using TC99

“…3 However, because they typically are designed for reuse, they also can transmit pathogens if any of the steps involved in reprocessing, cleaning, disinfection, or sterilization are inadequate. 3,4 The majority of pathogens that are present in organic residue and debris on the surface of the instruments can impair the effectiveness of the sterilization process. 4,5 Decontamination is the process of removing foreign materials such as blood and body fluids.…”

“…3,4 The majority of pathogens that are present in organic residue and debris on the surface of the instruments can impair the effectiveness of the sterilization process. 4,5 Decontamination is the process of removing foreign materials such as blood and body fluids. It does not eliminate microorganisms but is a necessary step preceding disinfection (the process of killing pathogenic organisms or rendering them inert) or sterilization (the complete elimination or destruction of all living microorganisms).…”