A recent public health notification involving a Philadelphia dental practice is a stark reminder of why dental infection control must be maintained rigorously in every dental office. In May 2026, the City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health advised patients…
Dental Bytes – May 2026 Understanding dental record retention requirements is essential for every dental practice. Properly maintaining patient records supports continuity of care, ensures compliance with HIPAA and OSHA considerations, and helps protect the practice in the event of…
Pennsylvania Dental Sterilizer Monitoring Requirements (2026 Guide) If you operate a dental practice in Pennsylvania, understanding sterilizer monitoring (spore testing) requirements is essential for compliance, patient safety, and risk management. This guide breaks down Pennsylvania’s requirements and how your office…
The Importance of Proper Use and Disposal of Single-Use Dental Items Infection control is a critical part of safe dental practice, and one area that deserves close attention is the proper use and disposal of single-use dental items. Reusing contaminated…
California allows portable handheld dental X-ray units only under specific exemption rules. Learn the requirements, training, and compliance steps for dental practices.
Dental surface disinfection is one of the most important parts of infection control, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. In many offices, products are used quickly, surfaces are wiped too soon, or staff members assume cleaning and…
Georgia Dental Spore Testing Requirements (2026 Guide for Compliance) Dental offices in Georgia must follow strict infection control protocols to protect patients and maintain compliance. One of the most important parts of a sterilization monitoring program is biological monitoring, commonly…
The January 2026 Dental Bytes newsletter highlights infection control best practices, ADA dental economy updates, HIPAA enforcement actions, and seasonal preparedness tips for dental professionals.
Welcome to Dental Bytes, a monthly eNewsletter from OSHA Review designed specifically for dental professionals who want to stay ahead of regulatory changes, infection control standards, and best practices across the United States. Each month, we deliver curated, easy-to-digest updates…
Dental Bytes – February 2026 Welcome to the February 2026 edition of Dental Bytes from OSHA Review, Inc. See our other issues for more information. Below are highlights and resources relevant to dental infection control, patient safety, oral health education,…
