Single-use instruments

are not disposable.
need disinfection at a minimum.
are designed to be used only one time and then discarded.
do not come into contact with intact skin.


are designed to be used only one time and then discarded.

Rationale: are designed to be used only one time and then discarded – Items such as saliva ejectors and prophy angles are examples of single-use items. They are NOT to be cleaned and reused due to their design and durability and difficulty with thoroughly cleaning and sterilizing.

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