Description
During scanning, the reusable scanner tip is inserted into the patient’s mouth. The scanner tip can only be used a certain number of times. To avoid cross-contamination, the scanner tip must be cleaned and sterilized between patients.
- The scanner tip should be manually cleaned with a disinfecting solution. After cleaning and disinfecting, check the mirror inside the scanner tip for any stains or smudges.
- If necessary, repeat the cleaning and disinfection process. Using a paper towel, gently dry the mirror.
- Insert the scanner tip into a paper sterilization pouch and seal it tightly to ensure airtightness. Use a heat-sealed or self-adhesive pouch.
- In an autoclave, sterilize the wrapped scanner tip under the following conditions:
At gravity type > Sterilize for 30 minutes at 121℃(249.8℉) and dry for 15 minutes.
At gravity type > Sterilize for 10 minutes at 135℃(275℉) and dry for 30 minutes.
At pre-vacuum type > Sterilize for 4 minutes at 134℃(273.2℉) and dry for 20 minutes.
- Before opening the autoclaves, use an autoclave program that dries the wrapped scanner tip.
- Scanner tips can be re-sterilized up to 150 times before being discarded as directed in the disposal guide.
- Autoclave times and temperatures may differ depending on the type and manufacturer of the autoclave. As a result, it may be unable to meet the maximum number of times. To determine whether the required conditions are met, please consult the user’s manual of the autoclave manufacturer you are using.