Flushing the water lines
Flushing the units' narrow water lines to clear out deposits and residue that have built up over time.
Water System Disinfection for Dental Clinics
Dental unit water flows through narrow lines where biofilm builds up quickly, an easy breeding ground for bacteria such as Legionella and Pseudomonas. Periodic disinfection of the clinic's water system protects patient health and keeps you compliant with the infection control protocol. Kesar Digum performs the disinfection with approved agents and follows it with verification sampling tested at an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, nationwide.
At a Glance
Type of workDisinfection of the dental unit water and the clinic's water lines
Required underThe Ministry of Health infection control protocol
Typical frequencyPeriodic, and following an out-of-range sampling result
Main riskBiofilm, Legionella, and Pseudomonas in the unit water
Disinfection for Dental Clinics
Clean unit water, safe care for the patient
In a dental clinic, water flows to the air-water syringe, to the cooling turbines, and to the rinse cup through very narrow lines. In these thin lines - especially when the water sits idle between treatments and over weekends - biofilm forms quickly and becomes a source of bacterial growth such as Legionella and Pseudomonas. Periodic disinfection of the water system, flushing the lines, and replacing filters returns the water to a safe state and protects the health of patients and staff. Kesar Digum performs the disinfection with approved agents and follows it with verification sampling that proves the water is safe to use again.
Who this service is for
Private dental clinics
Chain clinics
HMO dental clinics
Orthodontic clinics
Oral and maxillofacial surgery
Hospital dental clinics
Pediatric dentistry
Dental laboratories
What the service includes
What clinic disinfection covers
An orderly process from flushing the lines through to verification sampling that confirms it is safe to use again.
Disinfection with approved agents
Running an approved disinfection solution through the water lines, at a controlled concentration and contact time, to break down the biofilm and kill the bacteria.
Verification sampling
Taking a water sample from the disinfected unit and testing it at an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory to confirm the water is within range.
Documentation for infection control
An orderly report on the disinfection performed and the sampling results - the documentation required to meet the clinic's infection control protocol.
When it's needed
When should the clinic's water system be disinfected?
A dental clinic's water system needs disinfection in several situations. These are the most common:
Periodic maintenance
Periodic disinfection and cleaning of the water lines prevents biofilm buildup and keeps the dental unit water quality stable over time.
New clinic or unit
Setting up a new clinic or a new unit requires an initial disinfection of the water system before treatments begin.
Out-of-range sampling result
An out-of-range sampling result in the unit water requires disinfecting the system and repeat sampling until a compliant result is obtained.
After an extended shutdown
A clinic that was shut down for a period, for example after a holiday, requires disinfection and flushing before resuming treatments.
The risk
What hides in undisinfected unit water?
Narrow water lines and standing water turn the dental unit into a source of contamination if it is not disinfected:
Biofilm in the water lines
The narrow lines and standing water create ideal conditions for biofilm to form and for bacteria to multiply inside the unit.
Exposure of patients and staff
Contaminated unit water enters the oral cavity during treatment and can expose patients - especially those who are immunocompromised - to bacteria such as Legionella and Pseudomonas.
Liability and inspection
The clinic is responsible for the quality of its unit water, and failing to meet the infection control protocol exposes it to deficiencies in a Ministry of Health inspection.
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Schedule Clinic Disinfection
Need to disinfect your clinic's water system?
We will disinfect the unit water and the water lines with approved agents and follow up with verification sampling at an accredited laboratory, with a report for infection control - nationwide.
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