Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Method	Details
Hot air oven	160°C – 2 hrs; 120°C – 6 hrs
Boiling water	100°C – 10 mins; spores may survive
Sodium carbonate (2%)	Elevates boiling point
Autoclaving	250°F, 15 lb, 20 – 30 mins
Antiseptic	Applied to skin/mucosa
Disinfectant	Used on non – vital surfaces