A Determination of Sterilization Efficacy and Bacterial Pathogenicity Regarding Dental Implant Osteotomy Burs
Abstract
Introduction: The practice of dentistry relies on comprehensive sterilization techniques for the use and reuse of dental instruments. Many of these critical devices can be used for multiple surgeries, as per the manufacturers recommendations. However, current Army Infection Control Policy mandates that burs used in the placement of dental implants be discarded after a single use. If sterility could be achieved after each use, and the policy updated, the reuse of these burs alone could yield a $1 million savings annually. The specific aim of this study was to determine if the current sterilization methods implemented within military dental treatment facilities are as effective in the removal of aerobic bacteria as the manufacturer's recommended sterilization protocols.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 12, 2019
- Accession Number
- AD1128064
Entities
People
- Brian W. Stancoven
- Christian D. Petersen
- Mike Lustik
- Timothy Horseman
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences