Instrument Care Guide

How to Extend Instrument Life with Proper Care and Sterilization

Proper care and sterilization extend the life of your instruments while ensuring the highest standards of care and safety. Below are our recommended steps for cleaning and sterilization, designed to protect both your tools and your patients while maintaining consistent performance. For complete details and best practices, you can download our full Reprocessing Instructions for Medical Instruments guide.

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Steps to Proper Care and Cleaning 

Proper cleaning and care help preserve the integrity of your instruments, ensure reliable performance, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety in your practice.

  • 01

    Clean

    Remove blood, tissue, and debris quickly to prevent drying that can cause stains and compromise sterilization.

  • 02

    Disinfect

    Pre-treat instruments before cleaning to reduce contamination risks and protect both staff and patients during handling.

  • 03

    Remove

    Eliminate rust and mineral deposits after disinfection to maintain instrument integrity and extend their usable life.

  • 04

    Lubricate

    Apply medical-grade lubricant to all moving parts before sterilization to ensure smooth function and durability.

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Effective sterilization begins with proper care.
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Steps to Proper Sterelization

  • 01

    Pack

    Seal instruments in sterilization pouches or CSR wrap to keep them sterile and prevent contamination.

  • 02

    Verify

    Use pass/fail indicators each cycle to confirm sterilization effectiveness and protect patient safety.

  • 03

    Monitor

    Routinely check autoclave performance to ensure it operates correctly and delivers consistent sterilization.

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