Microbe Free Sterilization

Proper sterilization of instruments and materials is a critical aspect of infection control. Historically, healthcare professionals have sought a means to effectively and reliably manage sterilization by monitoring the parameters needed for sterilization (time, temperature and sterilant contact). Since microorganisms cannot be seen with the naked eye, the major difficulty in sterilization is determining when an item is considered sterile. We follow below given protocol for sterilization:

Ultrasonic cleaning devices

An ultrasonic cleaner uses sound waves, that are outside the human hearing range to form oscillating bubbles, a process called cavitation. These bubbles act on debris to remove it from the instruments

Packaging

Packaging used for instruments and cassettes prior to sterilization includes wrap, paper pouches, plastic pouches, combination paper/plastic pouches and nylon tubing. Sterilization packaging is specifically designed to allow penetration of heat, steam or vapor and then to seal the sterilized instruments inside the package for sterile storage.

Class B autoclave:

Only B type cycles are considered safe, when providing sterilization of all 18 load types. Class B Sterilizers are class 1 medical device, extensively used in dentistry, medical and veterinary practices ensuring the safety of doctors, their staff and patients and legally protects their practice. A Class B Autoclave must meet the stringent European Standard EN 13060, which classifies loads into three categories based on their structure of the items to be sterilized such as hollow, porous and wrapped items. These systems work on the principle of pre and post vacuum technology, where a vacuum pump is fitted in the unit for air removal.

UV Cabinet:

Ultraviolet rays have long been recognized as an effective method for killing microbes without requiring chemicals or heat. When microorganisms are exposed to UV rays at a particular wavelength (200-280 nm), their reproduction capability is destroyed and inactivation occurs at a faster rate, so that they no longer pose threat to humans.