Dental Bytes – January 2026
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.
Dental Bytes eNewsletter
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
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,…
Dental Bytes – March 2026
Dental Bytes – March 2026 features timely articles for dental professionals on oral health awareness, HIPAA security, infection control, nutrition guidance, and industry updates.
World Hand Hygiene Day – May 5th: A Timely Reminder for Dental Practices
Introduction Every year on May 5th, healthcare providers worldwide recognize World Hand Hygiene Day—a reminder that one of the simplest clinical actions is also one of the most critical for patient safety. In dental settings, where dental healthcare personnel (DHCP)…
Illinois Dental Spore Testing Requirements (2026 Guide)
Stay Compliant. Stay Protected. Simplify Your Sterilization Monitoring. If you operate a dental practice in Illinois, sterilization monitoring isn’t optional—it’s a critical part of protecting patients and staying compliant with infection control expectations. Spore testing is one of three types…
New York Dental Spore Testing Requirements (2026 Guide)
Do Dental Offices in New York Need Weekly Spore Testing? Yes. Dental practices in New York are expected to follow CDC guidelines and New York State infection control standards, which require at least weekly biological monitoring (spore testing) of sterilizers…
Arizona Dental Spore Testing Requirements (2026)
What Are Arizona’s Dental Spore Testing Requirements? Dental offices in Arizona are expected to follow infection control standards established by the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners, along with guidance from the CDC and ADA. Spore testing is one of…
Ohio Dental Sterilizer Monitoring Requirements (2026)
What Dental Offices Need to Know About Spore Testing in Ohio Proper sterilization is a core compliance requirement for dental offices in Ohio. The Ohio State Dental Board enforces strict infection control rules to protect patients and ensure safe dental…
California Dental Spore Testing Requirements (2026)
What Dental Offices Must Know to Stay Compliant Sterilizer monitoring—commonly known as spore testing—is a required part of infection control for dental offices in California. If your practice is not performing biological monitoring correctly, you risk regulatory violations, patient safety…