ReviewCureus2025
Sterilization and Disinfection: Ensuring Infection Control in Dental Practices.
Review in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.
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Who cites it
5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Experimental Comparative Analysis of the Effectiveness and Cleaning Performance of Conventional and Eco-Friendly Disinfectants Available in Romania.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- When knowledge is not enough: infection prevention and control practices and occupational biological exposures among dental professionals in Zimbabwe.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- From Traditional to Eco-Friendly Dentistry: Assessing the Promising Sustainability Outlook in Saudi Arabia.International journal of dentistry · 2026Article
- Impact of moisturizing pretreatments on small reusable dental instruments cleanliness and mechanics.PloS one · 2026Article
- Fogging with Hydrogen Peroxide and Hypochlorous Acid: An Option for Disinfection and Reuse of Disposable Isolation Gowns in Medical Practice.Microorganisms · 2025Article
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Authors and funding
9 authors.
Funding
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Abstract
Effective sterilization and disinfection are critical for infection control in dental practices, reducing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring patient safety. This review explores the principles, applications, and limitations of various sterilization and disinfection methods used in dentistry, including heat sterilization (steam and dry heat), chemical sterilization (ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide), and radiation methods (ultraviolet (UV) and gamma rays). Emphasis is placed on the effectiveness of each method against a range of pathogens, their suitability for different dental instruments, and advancements in technology such as vaporized hydrogen peroxide systems and antimicrobial coatings. Autoclave sterilization remains a cornerstone due to its reliability, while methods like UV rays and ozone offer innovative, material-friendly alternatives. The importance of verifying sterilization efficacy through biological indicators and maintaining proper storage protocols to ensure sterility is also highlighted. By integrating traditional techniques with emerging technologies, dental practices can enhance infection control standards while adapting to modern challenges.
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