After use of any lab equipment for the fabrication of dental casts or any dental prosthesis, it is necessary to disinfect the item prior to removing it from the lab (for transport to chairside or non-chairside location) to prevent any unforeseen cross-contamination
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First, casts/prostheses/restorations should be sprayed thoroughly with Cavicide and allowed to sit for the necessary 3 minute contact time
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Finally, the item should be rinsed of any remaining disinfectant and dried