{"id":25,"date":"2020-09-06T18:06:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-06T18:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/?p=25"},"modified":"2022-11-10T20:56:12","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T20:56:12","slug":"disinfection-during-covid-19-with-hypochlorous-acid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drkarenho.com\/blog\/disinfection-during-covid-19-with-hypochlorous-acid\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is Your Dentist Using Hypochlorous Acid for Disinfection Instead of Bleach?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Typically, people think that the best way to disinfect a surface is to spray it with bleach. While this is effective, it\u2019s not the safest bacteria-killing option for people due to it\u2019s nauseating odor and reaction when it comes into contact with skin. That\u2019s why your dentist is using hypochlorous acid<\/a>, a product that has been used to disinfect surfaces in the hotel, food, and cruise ship industries for over 150 years. Read on to learn more about the benefits of hypochlorous acid and why patient-conscious practices are using it to stop the spread of bacteria, germs, and viruses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is Hypochlorous Acid & What Does it Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When people hear the words \u201chypochlorous acid\u201d, they usually feel hesitant about based on its harsh-sounding name. The \u201cacid\u201d part of its name makes it sound like a harsh chemical, but in reality, it\u2019s a completely naturally-occurring product that everyone\u2019s white blood cells produce in their body. It helps fight off dangerous bacteria and viruses that threaten your immune system and wellbeing, specifically, it\u2019s usually produced at the site of a wound or infection to promote proper healing. That\u2019s why many people use it in wound care, to help heal tattoos, or even for pets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has been around for hundreds of years and is a trusted disinfectant in schools and hospitals because it\u2019s so effective and safer to use around vulnerable people, as opposed to more harsh chemicals, such as bleach. Since the emergence of COVID-19, it\u2019s becoming more popular since people are doing more research on certain disinfectants and their benefits to weigh each of their options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Haven\u2019t I Heard of Hypochlorous Acid Before?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One reason why hypochlorous acid isn\u2019t a common household product and why many people haven\u2019t heard of it is because of its short shelf-life. This dings it off of many medical professionals\u2019 and homeowners\u2019 lists of disinfectants and why it\u2019s not found in department stores. Fortunately, the latest advancements and chemical manufacturing have made it more stable and given it a slightly longer shelf-life. This has caused it to become a more popular choice for healthcare businesses (among a variety of other places) during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are The Benefits of Using Hypochlorous Acid For Disinfection?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a variety of unique benefits that hypochlorous acid offers, which is why it\u2019s popularity is quickly growing. Some of these advantages include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n