The Next Tip for the September Immunity Boost!
Whistleblower, David L. Lewis, PHD, sheds light in his book, Science For Sale, regarding the necessity of heat-sterilizing dental handpieces between each patient. He writes, “Dental drills run on air pressure controlled with foot-pedals. When the pressure is cut off, suck-back causes blood, saliva, and other patient materials to be drawn back into the handpiece.”
Dr. Lewis discusses in his book, that the manufacturers of dental drills suggest: heat-sterilization for proper cleaning.
Up until recently, only a small percentage of dentists nationwide have been heat-sterilizing between patients, most likely due to following the ADA’s guidelines. Hopefully, more dentists will insure this level of cleanliness in their practices in the near future.