Small changes around a dental practice can be good for the environment, as well as the safety and happiness of patients and clinicians. From different uses of practice spaces to the items used in everyday workflows, it’s possible to...
Managing healthcare and dental waste can be a tricky task, but completing it correctly can have ethical connotations. Clinicians have a responsibility to protect the health of colleagues, patients, and the environment. Waste produced in dentistry puts each of...
There is set guidance for segregating waste depending on the hazards it presents. One of these hazards is a risk of infection, which is influenced by patient health. What makes patient waste hazardous? For a waste item to be...
Keeping your dental practice clean and efficient is crucial, and that includes managing the disposal of old or redundant equipment. As we enter late spring, it’s a great time to review your storage areas and address any outdated items...
Laboratories must safely discard products every day. Waste management is a predictable part of laboratory workflows, and so it’s possible to optimise the daily routine by placing containers at points of use. There are several advantages of conveniently placed...
Tooth extractions are needed for various reasons in dental care, but make no mistake, they aren’t anatomical waste. At least, teeth don’t need to be discarded as anatomical waste in the same way that other soft and hard tissues...
Every busy healthcare practice juggles countless priorities. Patients need attention, staff require training, and regulations must be followed. In the hustle, a pre-acceptance waste audit might seem like just another task to tick off. But imagine discovering your clinic’s...
Many laboratory waste items are disposed of through incineration. This process is necessary in some instances to minimise infection risks, but could be reduced in some circumstances. Laboratory staff should understand when incineration is used, its benefits and drawbacks,...
New waste segregation rules took effect on 31st March 2025, affecting many businesses, including dental practices. The regulations introduce a greater focus on dry recyclable materials, food waste and municipal waste workflows. Clinical teams must be aware of how...
Pests are a threat to healthcare and nursing premises. They can pose a significant risk of infection and harm to patients and healthcare professionals. Practice managers should put in place steps to avoid pest infestations and understand the current...