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Swipe of a Wipe Cleans What Can’t Be Seen
DPS readers rely on SciCan’s OPTIM surface disinfectants to keep their operatories safe and compliant, including the 1-step OPTIM OS1 wipes
Nobody ever cries over spilled milk. It’s just a quick swipe of a wipe and we’re on to the next thing. But in dentistry, just because a surface is clean does not mean it’s disinfected, and “cleaning is the necessary first step of any disinfection process.”* And that’s where OPTIM OS1 wipes step into the picture.
Wipe Away Bacteria in 1 Easy Step
OPTIM OS1 is a 1-step cleaner-disinfectant wipe with superior wettability that removes soil and hard-to-kill organisms. A cost-efficient addition to any practice, the durable wipes clean and disinfect twice the surface area of the leading quats-alcohol wipes with just 1 wipe, and they do so without exposing staff to harmful VOCs or the risk of irritant-induced occupational asthma.¹
Free of fragrance and dyes, OPTIM OS1 wipes feature a proprietary LAS Active System, which combines a powerful surfactant base with fast-acting disinfection to kill over 40 organisms—including bacteria, viruses, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and emerging pathogens—in just 1 minute on hard, nonporous surfaces.
“The LAS Active System sounds like a complex chemical process, but it’s actually very simple yet brilliant,” shared Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC, FACD, a dental infection control consultant who has a clever way of describing LAS.
“ …OPTIM OS1 wipes the entire micelle away, cleaning and disinfecting in just 1 motion.”
—Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC, FACD
“When a fly touches a Venus flytrap plant, the trap shuts, and the plant secretes an enzyme to kill and digest the insect,” she explained. “With the LAS Active System, when the surfactant molecule encounters a debris or microorganism on the surface, the tail of the molecule entraps the debris by forming a micelle, and then penetrates the bacterial cell membrane to kill the bacteria. Then, OPTIM OS1 wipes the entire micelle away, cleaning and disinfecting in just 1 motion.
Clean & Disinfect with Confidence
Most practices encounter a wide range of microorganisms every day—none of which can be seen by the naked eye.
“If a wipe can kill Mycobacterium tuberculosis, as is the case with OPTIM OS1, it will also kill other microorganisms team members are likely to encounter on surfaces,” said Dr. Fluent. “That’s because other viruses, bacteria, and fungi generally require lesser contact times to be effective.”
Emphasizing the value of SciCan’s expertise in the infection control space, Dr. Fluent recalled when SciCan rep Christina Masengale helped a practice prioritize safety and ensure compliance. “I was blown away with her familiarity with the office and choke points within their protocols. I knew that I could trust her to make the most informed decisions for this practice,” she shared.
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Treat Yourself to a Powerful New Ultrasonic.
1.6 gallon tank and convenient self docking lid, holds a variety of instruments in the unique hands free drying basket, making it the perfect ultrasonic to complete your reprocessing needs.
FEATURES
Quiet
- Minimize noise level with 4.5mm thick insulated wall housing and tank lid.
- Made from engineering grade plastic making it quieter than most steel units
Easy To Use
- 3 color LED touch screen conveniently displays the 1-30 minute timer
- Advanced power off memory capability for memorizing last timer setting
- Degas function to remove air bubbles
- Tight lid to prevent aerosol escape. No need for an additional protective cover.
- Easy to access drainage valve – Eliminates manual emptying and potential spills.
Power
- Two powerful stack transducers for strong cleaning. Cleans much faster and more thoroughly than other units
- Independent control circuits for each transducer increasing up to 40% higher cleaning efficiency.
- Two cooling fans to improve heat dissipation and continuous operations
Specifications
Tank Capacity: 1.6 gallon (6.0L)
Maximum Capacity: 1.3 gallon (5.0L)
Minimum Capacity: 0.9 gallon (3.35L)
Tank Size: 12.7” x 8.1” x 3.9”
Longest item fits inside tank: (32.3 x 20.5 x 9.9 cm) 13.4” (34.0 cm)
Included Accessories:
- SOB4862A One-piece stainless steel basket
- Power cord
- Drain hose
Multiple optional accessories:
- BHK02A Double beaker holder for small parts like tapers or jewelry. Fits 9oz disposable lidded PET cups for aseptic use
- PB4862A Plastic basket with unique draining feature
- IT4862A Removable polished stainless steel cleaning chamber for corrosive or expensive solutions.
*https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/pdf/rr/rr5217.pdf
Acute antimicrobial pesticide-related illnesses among workers in healthcare facilities,
CA, LA, MI, TX, 2002-2007. CDC Weekly Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report,
May 14, 2010.
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