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If a surface dries too soon, it isn't fully disinfected. 🚫💧 Contact time is the exact period a clinical surface must remain visibly wet after a wipe is applied. Rushing this wet dwell time or towel-drying early compromises your entire infection control sequence. The 7-Step Operatory Turnover Sequence: 1️⃣ Don PPE: Put on the required barriers and MacSafe gloves before touching contaminated zones. 2️⃣ Discard Barriers: Remove used covers without touching the clean areas underneath. 3️⃣ Inspect: Identify visible soil on high-touch pulls, switches, and touchscreens. 4️⃣ Clean First: Wipe with firm, overlapping strokes. Debris can compromise the disinfectant. 5️⃣ Disinfect: Apply a fresh wipe to fully coat the target surface. 6️⃣ Maintain Wetness: Keep the surface visibly wet for the full labeled contact time. 7️⃣ Air-Dry & Restock: Let it dry naturally, discard PPE, perform hand hygiene, and replace barriers. Streamline your room resets without skipping the critical parameters that keep your team and patients safe. 🔗 Tap the link in our bio for the complete Turnover Guide! #SurgiMac #DentalHygienist #DentistLife #InfectionPrevention