Sustainability & IPC in Dental Practise Flashcards
1
Q
What actions can be done to reduce dentistry plastic purchasing and waste?
A
- avoid single use devices where able
- use glass/stainless steel pots vs plastic Dappens pots
- carry out audit to see how much plastic your practise wastes
- advise alternative, non-plastic oral hygiene products
2
Q
What items MUST BE single use according to current CPI rules?
A
- Matrix bands
- All endo files
- Disposable impression trays
- Disposable sheathes
- 3 in 1 syringe tip
- Saliva ejector/aspirator tip
- (all other items marked single use)
3
Q
What are the three Rs of Eco-Friendly Dentistry?
A
Reduce [bulk purchasing]
Reuse
Recycle
4
Q
How much is unused medication costing the NHS?
A
£300 million per year
5
Q
Where should expired medication be disposed of?
A
Blue lidded sharps box/container
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