The aim of this lecture is to understand the correct way to decontaminate dental hand pieces. We will run through the findings from the UK’s largest survey on hand piece decontamination and explore the lessons we can all takeaway.

• To understand why Dental Hand pieces, pose a risk to DCP’s and patients when not correctly processed
• To identify areas within your own process that could be improved
• To understand the current requirements in England for processing dental Handpieces.
• To identify the best method for decontaminating your handpieces