All dental practices should properly and regularly maintain dental unit water lines as part of their regular infection control protocols. Dental unit water lines can harbor numerous microorganisms that can multiply inside the tubing and result in biofilms that can harbor bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Understanding options to properly treat and maintain water line protocols, ensures the dental unit water is compliant with the EPA standard for drinking water.

During this CE webinar, the participant will
• Understand the types of microorganisms found in the dental unit water lines
• Know the conditions that facilitate biofilm formation in dental unit waterlines
• Gain knowledge of the current guidelines and recommendations regarding dental water quality
• Understand the comparison of treatment methods and devices for control of dental unit waterline contamination   ( disclaimer, bio and commercial disclosure )