Dental Water Safety Education

Learn from experts about dental water management and safety via courses, informational videos, and the Water Matters blog.

Continuing Education Courses

Fulfill your continuing education requirements by taking in-person, on-demand, or live webinar courses. View upcoming and available dental water management classes below.

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Videos and Tutorials

Watch informative videos about how to install and use the Solmetex dental water management solutions in your practice, as well as learn how our products work.

Using DryShield in Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Jeanette MacLean

Using DryShield with Composites

Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz

Using DryShield with CAD/CAM & Digital Dentistry

Dr. Dan Butterman

Using DryShield in Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Joyce Bassett

The Ergonomical Benefits of DryShield

Judy Bendit, RDH BS

DryShield Makes It Fast – Dr. Yee

Appropriate for all dentists

Who Should Use DryShield – Dr. Campbell

Doctors and hygienists benefit

DryShield as Practice Mainstay – Dr. Castillo

Isolation, comfort, and control

Autoclavability with DryShield – Monet Francois, RDA

Easy and flexible

DryShield Makes Life Easier – Dr. Campbell

Time, improved isolation, control of fluids, patient comfort

SIROWORLD Interview Panel on DryShield

Insights from experts on DryShield and its uses

DryShield on Pedo – Dr. Jeanne Nguyen

DryShield saves time in a pediatric practice

Procedures with DryShield – Dr. Young

DryShield works for most procedures

DryShield Sterilization

The steps for sterilizing DryShield mouthpieces

DryShield’s Y-Connector Installation

Y-Connector Installation Tip

DryShield’s Bite Block Installation

Bite Block Tip

DryShield’s Mouthpiece Installation

Mouthpiece Installation Tip

DryShield’s 4 Keys to Success – Cleaning & Sterilization

Cleaning & Sterilization Tips

DryShield’s 4 Keys to Success – Sizing & Placement

Sizing & Placement Tip

DryShield’s 4 Keys to Success – Patient Introduction

Patient Introduction Tip

DryShield’s 4 Keys to Success – Installation

DryShield Installation Tip

DiTolla Webinar Crown Seat Procedure

Crown seat procedure using DryShield

I Love DryShield – Highlights

Dentists on why they use DryShield

DryShield & Aerosols – Dr. Sully Sullivation

How DryShield fits into your protocol for managing aerosols and minimizing the risk of infection

Dr. Joe Willardsen Crown Seat Procedure with DryShield

Utilizing the DryShield for quick and easy isolation

DryShield Introduction to a Pediatric Patient

Mitigating patient concerns and proper placement

Maximize Your DryShield Experience

Guide for getting the most out of DryShield

Sterisil System G5 Installation (Direct Feed Configuration)

Guide to installing the Direct Feed system

Sterisil System G5 Installation (Bottle Fill Configuration)

Guide to installing the Bottle Feed system

Sterisil System G5

The importance to patients for having clean dental water

Sterisil Straw Evaluation

See this independent product evaluation by Dental Product Shopper

Sterisil Straw V2 Installation

Installation with the Straw V2 is easier than ever

The New Sterisil Straw V2

Eliminate the hassle of dropping daily tablets

Sterisil Inline Cartridge Installation

Installation Guide

Sterisil Valved Cartridge Installation

Installation Guide

The Sterisil Valved Cartridge

How the cartridges work

Citisil Instructions for Use

Citrisil is the easiest Sterisil waterline treatment product to implement for new users

Sterisil Complies with Amalgam Separators

Does your waterline treatment comply with Amalgam Separators?

Sterisil Products Are Safe, Simple and Smart

The need for treated dental water

Why Choose Sterisil

Is your dental water treated?

The Biofilm Problem

How clean is your dental office?

Dr. Scott Helle on Solmetex Products June 2018

The ease of working with the Solmetex amalgam separator and support

Introducing PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner by Solmetex

Clean your lines, protect your patients and your practice

Solmetex NXT Collection Container Change-Out

How to inspect and change-out your NXT Hg5 amalgam separator

Solmetex NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator Installation video

Post-purchase instructional

How It Works – PowerScrub Vacuum Line Cleaner

Discover the vacuum line cleaning action of PowerScrub by Solmetex

How It Works – Solmetex NXT HG5 Amalgam Separator

The NXT HG5 series of products is the next generation in amalgam separation

Water Matters

Access our blogs for the latest dental water safety news, best practices, and expertise on best practices while using Solmetex, Sterisil, and DryShield products.

FAQs

Find answers to the most asked questions about Solmetex, Sterisil, and DryShield products.

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Can DryShield be used to reduce aerosol and splatter?


What other measures should I take alongside DryShield to minimize my risk of infection?

How can DryShield help me improve my practice economics?


What time savings can I expect with DryShield?


Is the DryShield system environmentally friendly?

How do I install DryShield?


Is there another way to install DryShield?

Who should use DryShield?


What types of patients and procedures can I use DryShield on?

What mouthpiece options are available to fit different mouth sizes?


Is the DryShield mouthpiece comfortable for the patient?


How do I attach the mouthpiece to the DryShield DS1?


How do I place the mouthpiece?


How do I introduce DryShield to a patient?

How do I sterilize the DryShield system?

Does the type of water I use matter?


What is TDS?


Can I run bleach through the Sterisil® Straw?


What do I do if I fail a water test?


Why is water not flowing out of my straw?


What if my luer lock fitting breaks?


Why is my straw sputtering?


Why is the bottom of my bottle a dark color?

Does the AC+ produce dental water? 


When do I need to replace the Stage 4 Cartridges? 


Does this product work with all sterilization units? 


How many gallons/liters of water can it produce a day? 

Do I need to turn off the main water valve to change the Sterisil® Cartridge? 


Why has my water flow decreased? 


How long will my Sterisil® Cartridge last? 


Why has a strange odor suddenly come about? 

Will the Sterisil® System G4 treat my entire building/office? 


What is the lifespan of the cartridges? 


Why does the water from my G4 have a strange odor? 


Do I need to close the main water valve feeding the G4 when changing the filters? 


Why is my G4 beeping and why are the lights flashing? 


Does the incoming water pressure matter? 


Why is the water pressure from my faucet/handpiece so low? 


Why is the drain line from the permeate pump constantly draining? 


Will the Sterisil® System G4 stop working if it is unplugged? 


What are the tanks for? 


Do I need to purchase a booster pump for my G4? 


What is the Pre-Filter for? Do I need to purchase a Pre-Filter Kit? 


Is water from the Autoclave or Dental Faucet safe to drink? 


Should I shock my operatories prior to installing a G4? 

How do I get my shipping label?


Where do I find my shipping code?


I already sealed my box; how can I get my shipping code?


How do I get my certificate of recycling?


How often does my collection container need to be changed?


My container is not full, why do I need to change it?


What size Amalgam Separator should I purchase?


What should we do if we do not have our recycling package?


Where can I get a rebate form?


Does my dealer sell the Solmetex NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator?


Some states say that storage of waste amalgam cannot exceed 1 year. Does that include my Amalgam Bucket?


Can sharps go in my biohazard bucket?


What kind of amalgam waste goes into the PWS Amalgam Buckets?


What kind of waste can be put into a scrap lead bucket?


How long can I store biohazard waste in my office?


How much space will I need to install the NXT DryVac?


Will the NXT DryVac be appropriately sized for my office?


What is the voltage for the NXT DryVac?


Does the NXT DryVac need to be vented?


Does PowerScrub meet the EPA's requirements?


Do I have to use hot water with PowerScrub?


Can I use PowerScrub with my Dry Vacuum?


Can I use PowerSonic to sterilize my DryShield Autoclavable Mouthpieces?


Can I store my unused solution after it is mixed?

How do I get my shipping label?


Where do I find my shipping code?


I already sealed my box; how can I get my shipping code?


How do I get my certificate of recycling?


How often does my collection container need to be changed?


My container is not full, why do I need to change it?


What size Amalgam Separator should I purchase?


What should we do if we do not have our recycling package?


Where can I get a rebate form?


Does my dealer sell the Solmetex NXT Hg5 Amalgam Separator?


Some states say that storage of waste amalgam cannot exceed 1 year. Does that include my Amalgam Bucket?


Can sharps go in my biohazard bucket?


What kind of amalgam waste goes into the PWS Amalgam Buckets?


What kind of waste can be put into a scrap lead bucket?


How long can I store biohazard waste in my office?


How much space will I need to install the NXT DryVac?


Will the NXT DryVac be appropriately sized for my office?


What is the voltage for the NXT DryVac?


Does the NXT DryVac need to be vented?


Does PowerScrub meet the EPA's requirements?


Do I have to use hot water with PowerScrub?


Can I use PowerScrub with my Dry Vacuum?


Can I use PowerSonic to sterilize my DryShield Autoclavable Mouthpieces?


Can I store my unused solution after it is mixed?

Will it treat my entire building/office?


What is the life of the filters and UV Light?


Why has a strange odor suddenly come about?


How do I change the filters and do I need to turn the main water line off?


How do I silence the alarm?


Does my incoming water pressure make a difference?


Why is the system working even when the power is off?


What type of water will the reserve tank contain?


Is the larger of the two white bladder tanks the reserve for autoclave water?


If we have a larger number of dental chairs, will we need more dental water reserve tanks?


Is the purpose of the tanks to actually produce enough water in non-working hours for usage during the day?


When do I need to purchase a Booster Pump?


When do I need to purchase a Pre Filter Kit?


Where does the biofilm go?


Is the dental water from the Sterisil System considered Sterile water that can be used during surgical procedures?


I see that there are two faucets for the Sterisil System, does it matter which faucet I use for my dental water?


I have very limited space for the reserve bladder tanks, will the tanks still operate correctly if I set them on their sides?


Because the dental water from the Sterisil System is so clean, can it be used to wash my hands between procedures?


What do I do if I inadvertently spray water with Citrisil Shock in to a patient’s mouth?