Sterilizing and disinfecting solutions and sprays are used as surface cleaners to eliminate pathogens and odors. These products can greatly reduce the possibility of cross-contamination when used to clean frequently touched areas.
Table 1: Comparison of Numeric Data
| Product Name | Container Size | Active Ingredient | Kill Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MadaCide-FD Disinfectant | Gallon | Alcohol | N/A | $43.49 |
| ProSpray™ Surface Disinfectant | 5 Gallon | N/A | 60 seconds | $109.99 |
| ProCide-D® Plus | 1 Gallon | Glutaraldehyde | 10 hours | $35.99 |
| Alcohol Ultra 99 | 4 Quart | Ethanol | N/A | $31.99 |
| Cetylcide-II® Hard Surface Disinfectant | 1/2 oz Bottle | N/A | N/A | $12.99 |
| Original Germstar® Instant Hand Sanitizer | 2 oz Spray Bottle | Isopropyl Alcohol | N/A | $4.99 |
| Sporox® II Sterilizing & Disinfecting Solution | 1 Gallon | Hydrogen Peroxide | 6 hours | $79.99 |
| CaviCide® Surface Disinfectant and Cleaner | 1 Gallon | N/A | 2 minutes | $43.99 |
| CitraStat RX Spray | 7 oz Spray | Purified Citrus Oils | N/A | $12.99 |
| Bi-Arrest 4 Empty OSHA Labeled Spray Container | 16 oz | Dual Phenol | 1 minute | $5.99 |
Table 2: Comparison of Important Features
| Product Name | Type of Disinfectant | Kill Spectrum | Dilution Required | Scent | Standards Met |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MadaCide-FD Disinfectant | Air Dry Surface | Broad | N/A | N/A | EPA |
| ProSpray™ Surface Disinfectant | Surface | Broad | N/A | Lemon | CDC |
| ProCide-D® Plus | Dental | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Alcohol Ultra 99 | Surface | N/A | Dilute | Clear | GHS, HMIS, NFPA, OSHA |
| Cetylcide-II® Hard Surface Disinfectant | Hard Surface | Broad | Dilute | Lemon | OSHA |
| Original Germstar® Instant Hand Sanitizer | Hand Sanitizer | Broad | N/A | Mint | N/A |
| Sporox® II Sterilizing & Disinfecting Solution | Sterilant and High Level Disinfectant | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| CaviCide® Surface Disinfectant and Cleaner | Surface | Broad | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| CitraStat RX Spray | Air Freshener | N/A | N/A | Orange | N/A |
| Bi-Arrest 4 Empty OSHA Labeled Spray Container | Surface | Broad | N/A | N/A | EPA |
Table 3: Comparison of Additional Data
| Product Name | Compatibility | Active Ingredient |
|---|---|---|
| MadaCide-FD Disinfectant | N/A | Alcohol |
| ProSpray™ Surface Disinfectant | Safe for all equipment | N/A |
| ProCide-D® Plus | Compatible with most dental instruments | Glutaraldehyde |
| Alcohol Ultra 99 | N/A | Ethanol |
Top 10 Surface Disinfectants in Dentistry
1. MadaCide-FD Disinfectant – GallonProSpray™
MadaCide-FD Disinfectant has a one-step air dry surface broad spectrum formula.
- Fast Drying
- Alcohol-based
- EPA registered
- Kills Influenza A, HIV, Hepatitis B, and C, TB, MRSA, VRE, and SARS
- Fungicidal
- Unique anti-corrosion formulation will not damage lenses, cement, plastics, rubber, steel, aluminum, brass or other metal when used as directed
Top 10 Bottle Cleaners for Dentists
2. ProSpray™ Surface Disinfectant
ProSpray™ is a broad spectrum, ready-to-use surface disinfectant, and cleaner.
- No mixing required
- Will not stain or bleach hard surfaces
- Safe for all equipment
- Light lemon scent
- Meets CDC guidelines for surface disinfection
- Kills HIV-1 in 60 seconds
3. ProCide-D® Plus Activator Plus
ProCide-D® Plus Dental Sterilant is a long-life, activated 28-day, buffered glutaraldehyde solution. ProCide-D® Plus is ideal for areas of a high volume of use or potential for inadvertent dilution
- No dilution required or activation required
- Achieve sterilization after soaking items for 10 hours at 25 degrees Celsius
- Compatitible with most dental instruments
4. Alcohol Ultra 99 with Ethanol
Cleaner Color: Clear, Colorless
Container Size: 4 Quart
Container Type: Bottle
Manufacturer Name: EPR INDUSTRIES
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Form: Liquid Concentrate
Standards Met: Global Harmonized Standard (GHS), HMIS, NFPA, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
5. Cetylcide-II® Hard Surface Disinfectant
Cetylcide-II is a hard surface disinfectant that kills germs, fungi, and viruses. It is effective against 140+ disease-causing organisms, including HIV, MRSA, VRE, HBV, and Influenza A/Brazil Virus (H1N1).
- Easily diluted in tap water
- Alcohol-free
- Broad spectrum surface disinfectant/deodorizer
- Complies with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
- Pleasant lemon scent
6. Original Germstar® Instant Hand Sanitizer
Original Germstar® instant hand sanitizer is formulated with 70% isopropyl alcohol as its active ingredient, special emollients, and a fresh mint scent. The isopropyl alcohol base yields our solutions’ broadest killing spectrum. Original has very strong general effectiveness against the most common disease-causing germs (colds, flu, viruses, and fungi).
7. Sporox® II Sterilizing & Disinfecting Solution
Sporox® II is a powerful hydrogen peroxide-based sterilant and high-level disinfectant for heat-sensitive instruments.
- Provides effective infection control without irritating glutaraldehydes
- Ready to use – no mixing, heating, or activation required
- No noxious odors, safe for your staff
- Oxidizes away dental debris and contaminants quickly and effectively
- Will not bond infectious proteins to instruments like glutaraldehydes
- Sterilization is achieved in 6 hours, high-level disinfection in 30 minutes
- Solution can be reused for up to 21 days
8. CaviCide® Surface Disinfectant and Cleaner
CaviCide® prevents cross-contamination of MRSA (staph bacteria) and other nosocomial infections with fast-acting, low-alcohol surface disinfectants that kill TB in 3 minutes and MRSA, HIV, HBV & HCV in 2 minutes.
- Effective against TB, HBV, HCV, HIV, and fungi
- Disinfectant, cleaner, and decontaminant all in one
- For use on nonporous surfaces
- Nontoxic and nonirritating
9. CitraStat RX Spray
CitraStat RX instantly freshens the air and eliminates harsh odors. Citrus penetrates to destroy, not mask, odors.
- Just a small amount covers a large area to create a positive, relaxing environment.
- No chemicals, non-aerosol, contains no synthetic, artificial, or man-made ingredients.
- Made from concentrated, purified oils extracted from fresh ripened citrus fruit
- It is 100% natural, completely organic, and non-toxic
- It is completely biodegradable and environmentally safe
10. Bi-Arrest 4 Empty OSHA Labeled Spray
Bi-Arrest 4 OSHA Labeled Spray Container is 16 oz and empty.
- Bi-Arrest 4 is an amazing EPA-registered, 1-step Dual Phenol Hospital Level Surface disinfectant
- Inactivates HIV-1 (AIDS virus) after one minute of contact time at room temperature
- Effective against bacteria viruses including TB, Polio 1, various animal viruses, and fungi
