OSHA regulatory compliance guides for dental offices covering bloodborne pathogens, hazard communication, eyewash stations, sharps disposal, employee training, and workplace safety standards.
A recent settlement in May 2026 between the California Attorney General and Aspen Dental serves as a reminder that California is taking a closer look at how dental practices advertise their services. Additionally, the settlement is part of California’s broader…
Dental anesthetic carpules are used every day in most dental practices, but disposing of them correctly depends on what remains inside the glass cartridge after treatment. Understanding the differences can help your office stay compliant with medical waste requirements while…
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…
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.
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 employers have a legal obligation to provide a safe workplace. Under requirements enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), dental practice owners must protect employees from recognized workplace hazards and maintain compliance with federal and California safety…
In late 2025, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) made a major change to its hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination guidance, ending the long-standing recommendation that all infants receive the first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine at birth…
Infection control is at the heart of safe, effective dental care. While cleaning and disinfecting clinical contact surfaces are essential to prevent disease transmission, many items in the dental operatory are difficult to clean and disinfect thoroughly between patients. The…
