One of the many things a clinic should maintain is the cleanliness and sanitation of their environment. Anything that affects the health and safety of their patients and customers should be prioritized. As pet enthusiasts, let us dig deeper into this topic so we will know how vet shops make sure that our furry friends are well taken care of by merely cleaning their veterinary surgical instruments and using an autoclave for dog surgery tools.
Cleaning
Do not underestimate cleaning your utensils and other clinical tools and instruments. This is the first step in making sure that your practice is well-maintained and sanitized. It is a delicate balance, making sure that each tool is cleaned safely but not to the point of overexposing it to disinfectants and cleansers that can eventually damage their integrity. Warm water is recommended in manual washing as it softens dirt and grimes that may be attached to the instruments. A cleanser or detergent that has neutral pH can be used and are better than other well-known soaps because overexposure of your instruments to harsh chemicals may actually introduce corrosion.
Lubrication
Metal instruments become a bit stiff on the joints and knots with frequent washing. So, it is wise to invest in high-quality lubricants and oils to help your instruments glide and move as if they are still new. After each cleaning session, make sure to spray lubricant on each side of the instruments and let it stay for quite some time.
Sterilization
Your sanitation will never be complete without sterilization. This ensures that the cleanliness of an instrument is locked in by heat, steam, and vibration. One of the most popular ways in sterilization especially of veterinary surgical instruments is autoclaving. This ensures that your instruments will not be the reason why a contagious disease gets spread to your customers’ pets. Autoclaving kills bacteria and other harmful microorganisms that may still reside in the bits and crevices of your veterinary instruments.
Inspection
The last but is never the least, inspection is a routine check-up of your instruments, to make sure that they are in tiptop shape every time you use them. Foregoing this step may risk your practice to use malfunctioning tools that may cause problems in a procedure or treatment. Careful inspection, then, is key to a successful practice.
Never forget any of these steps and you will be sure that your practice will be considered one of the best in your chosen field.
