Disinfection and Cleaning of Suction Systems

Importance

• The suction system is highly contaminated with germs and dental materials.
• Contamination can lead to biofilm formation and reduced performance or failure.

Routine Cleaning and Disinfection

• Daily Disinfection: Use Aurra Toll Plus from Der Dental.
• Weekly Cleaning: Use MD 555 Cleaner from Der Dental.
• Personal Protective Equipment: Always wear PPE and follow safety directives.

Pre-Cleaning Process

• Rinse suction systems with 2 liters of cold water before cleaning/disinfecting.
• Disinfect suction handpieces before attaching to Oro cups.

Spittoon Cleaning

• Clean between patients or before cleaning/disinfection using MD 550.

Disinfection Process

• Solution Preparation: Follow manufacturer’s instructions for dosing.
• Prepare up to 2 liters of ready-to-use solution in the Oro cup care system.
• Suction: Use 1 liter per treatment unit.
  • Position Oro cup upright for first liter, horizontally for second.
• Spittoon Disinfection: Use at least 250 ml solution.
• Exposure Time: Adhere to manufacturer’s specified exposure time.
  • Do not rinse with water during exposure time.
• Post-Disinfection: Rinse with 2 liters cold water prior to first patient and after exposure time.

Cleaning Process

• Acid Soluble Deposits: Use MD 555 cleaner to dissolve deposits like scale or prophy powder.
• Cleaning should be done 1-2 times weekly, preferably during lunch breaks.
• Solution Preparation: Follow manufacturer’s dosing information.
• Suction: Use 1 liter of cleaning solution per unit.
• Spittoon Cleaning: Use at least 250 ml solution.
• Exposure Time: Essential to adhere to specified exposure times.
  • Do not rinse with water during exposure time.

Important Notes

• Always rinse with 2 liters of cold water prior to any cleaning or disinfection.
• Maintain a minimum interval of 2 hours between disinfection and cleaning to avoid neutralization of products.
• Strictly observe exposure times as per manufacturer instructions.

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