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CDC Dental Unit Waterlines, Biofilm, andWater Quality:
General Recommendations6
• Use water that meets EPA regulatory standards for drinking water (i.e., <500 CFU/mL
of heterotrophic water bacteria) for routine dental treatment output water.
• Consult with the dental unit manufacturer for appropriate methods and equipment
to maintain the recommended quality of dental water.
• Follow recommendations for monitoring water quality provided by the manufacturer
of the unit or waterline treatment product.
• Discharge water and air for a minimum of 20–30 seconds after each patient, from
any device connected to the dental water system that enters the patient’s mouth
(e.g., handpieces, ultrasonic scalers, and air/water syringes).
• Consult with the dental unit manufacturer on the need for periodic maintenance
of anti-retraction mechanisms
REFERENCES:
1 Blake GC. The incidence and control of bacterial infection of dental
units and ultrasonic scalers. Br Med J. 1963; 115: 413-416
2 Barbeau J, Tanguay R, Faucher E, et al. Multiparametric analysis of
waterline contamination in dental units. Appl Environ Microbiol 1996;
62: 3954–9.
3 Mayo JA, Oertling KM, Andrieu SC. Bacterial biofilm: a source of
contamination in dental air-water syringes. Clin Prev Dent 1990;
12:13–20.
4 Santiago JI. Microbial contamination of dental unit waterlines: short
and long term effects of flushing. Gen Dent 1994;42:528–35
5 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2003). Guidelines
for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings.
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Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM
In her 20+ years of academic and directorial experience, Leann Keefer has gained a reputation as a trailblazer
in the arena of infection prevention. A noted international speaker, Ms. Keefer addresses professional audiences
worldwide on an extensive array of dental, healthcare and business topics.
In her role as Director of Corporate Education and Professional Relations for Crosstex International, Ms. Keefer
proactively identifies trends in the fields of oral care and infection prevention, developing and implementing
the corporation’s long-term strategies relating to education and professional relations.
Ms. Keefer also serves as General Manager of Crosstex’s Biological Monitoring division, where she spearheaded the
development of Crosstex Protects, a pioneering educational portal folded into the company’s lab testing services.
Leann herself plays host of the Crosstex online video series, which delivers educational content for dental
professionals about sterilization, compliance regulation and Crosstex products.