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DENTAL Instrument Processing
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Leading the Way in Patient Care WE BELIEVE DESIGN IS ABOUT NOT JUST THE SPACE, BUT THE PURPOSE OF THE SPACE. From the moment Midmark entered the dental industry, helping advance patient care has been our passion. Today, our number one commitment is helping you and your team focus on what you do best — caring for your patients, from the operatory to the mechanical room. Midmark instrument processing solutions provide the solid foundation you need for worry-free infection prevention measures, based on best practices you can trust.

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Infection Prevention Matters Your reputation has been years in the making, don't let one dirty instrument destroy it. As antimicrobial resistance and "superbugs" loom ever larger in headlines, the need for infection control in dentistry has reached a new urgency. Sterilization is at the heart of any effective infection control protocol, so an understanding of sterilization and the process for attaining it are truly essential for every dental practice. 06 Five steps to safety 08 Your sterilization center 18 Create your own instrument processing space 24 Midmark ultrasonic cleaners 28 Midmark...

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INSTRUMENT PROCESSING ESSENTIALS Follow established instrument processing best practices, outlined here, to create a smooth workflow from dirty to clean that will help contain contamination and maximize the efficiency of your instrument cleaning and sterilization process. Receiving, Cleaning and Decontamination: Reusable instruments, supplies and equipment should be received, cleaned and decontaminated in one section of the processing area. Preparation and Packaging: Cleaned instruments and other supplies should be inspected; assembled into sets or trays; and wrapped or packaged for...

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YOUR STERILIZATION CENTER STERILIZATION GOALS MAY BE UNIVERSAL, BUT YOUR PRACTICE IS UNIQUE. It’s one thing to know the best practices in sterilization and instrument processing, but the particular needs and considerations of your own practice can make implementing them a challenge. Are you focused on getting more done in less time? Managing large teams? Working within space constraints? Or maximizing patient comfort? We have solutions to help you achieve your goals. Let us help you turn your instrument processing center into your best marketing tool. Our stylish cabinetry options and...

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Consider the many ways space and workflow design will drive efficiencies in your instrument processing center. Midmark designers are ready to help you reduce bottlenecks and optimize equipment placement to ensure you are ready to meet the busy demands of your practice. EFFICIENCIES WHERE YOU NEED THEM 01 With additional upper-cabinet storage, you can keep your instrument processing area clean and organized. Integrated glove dispensers are designed to maximize the efficiency of storage space. Available in two- or three-dispenser options. 02 Bui lt-in pantry storage makes locating instruments...

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SOLUTIONS THAT HELP YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR INVESTMENT 01 Ample countertop space allows for processing with separation of dirty and clean instruments. Your staff will feel confident and comfortable as they have room to do their job properly. Your practice is a large, high-volume model of efficiency. Your instrument processing area must be optimized to match, with every aspect finely tuned to help your staff achieve the excellence you demand. We can help you make smart, sustainable choices in your sterilization center to ensure optimal patient care while maximizing efficiencies. Rely on...

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Small Spaces, Big Ideas SOLUTIONS THAT MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LIMITED SPACE 01 Sterilization tower allows stacking of sterilizers to free up counter space. For those hard-to-fit places, Midmark can help you design a workspace layout that encompasses all of the essential steps in instrument processing, all designed for maximum efficiency in minimal spaces. Don't let space constraints compromise your standards. 02 Decentralized storage takes up less room in the sterilization center, so your one-direction workflow doesn’t have to be interrupted even if the space is limited. L-shaped Layout...

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In your practice, the comfort of every patient matters. Nothing builds trust better than a warm and inviting setting—not just in your operatory, but in your sterilization area as well. Midmark can help you create an open, attractive space that lets your patients see your professionalism extending beyond the operatory. Turn your sterilization center into your best marketing tool by making it the highlight of new patient tours, and the feature photo in your promotional materials. Let your patients see your commitment to protecting their health and safety. Straight-Line Layout (overhead view)...

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Create Your Space Planning a new sterilization center or equipping an existing room can be more effective when you have a plan in place that considers your space, patient volume and growth needs. A LITTLE MORE DETAIL 1. Do you use cassettes or trays in your sterilizer? □ Cassettes only □ Trays only □ Combination of trays and cassettes □ If using trays only, do you anticipate moving to cassettes in the future? □ Yes □ No 2. What method of instrument cleaning do you use? □ Manual instrument cleaning □ Ultrasonic cleaner □ Washer-disinfector 3. Will you be using a water purification system to...

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From receiving to storage, your instrument processing space needs to work for you. These layout options are designed to follow the 5-step best practices in instrument processing while giving you the options your practice demands. GALLEY The galley layout consists of work spaces on two opposing walls with a single traffic lane between. This arrangement allows for easy access and efficient workflow, helping your staff keep it all moving with a linear flow while keeping everything within reach. L-SHAPED An L-shaped counter arrangement maximizes use of available space where elbow room is...

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