Why Dental Practices Should Prioritise Medical-Grade Keyboards in 2026
In modern dental practices, infection prevention and control are not just regulatory obligations—they’re essential to patient trust and clinical excellence. While PPE, sterilisation processes, and surface disinfection are standard practice, one critical contact point is still regularly overlooked in many surgeries: the keyboard.
The Hidden Hygiene Risk in Dental Surgeries
Standard office keyboards can harbour thousands of bacteria per square inch, often far more than a toilet seat. In a dental environment—where cross-contamination risks are significantly heightened—this is a problem that can’t be ignored.
Every day, staff move between computer terminals, patient records, digital imaging stations, reception desks, and clinical rooms. Without the appropriate technology in place, this creates opportunities for pathogens to spread quickly and silently.
This is exactly why an increasing number of dental practices are switching to medical-grade, fully washable keyboards.
Introducing the Hygiene Keyboard Range for Dentistry
At Keyboard Specialists (KBS), our Hygiene Range is designed specifically for clinical environments where infection control is non-negotiable. For dental practices looking to meet CQC standards, improve safety, and modernise their equipment, these keyboards provide a simple yet transformative solution.
Key Benefits for Dental Practices
1. Fully Waterproof — Built for Constant Cleaning
Every keyboard in our hygiene range is IP67 or IP68 rated, meaning they can be:
- Spray cleaned
- Wiped down with disinfectant
- Fully washed under running water
Routine cleaning can happen between patients with zero downtime—essential for maintaining a safe clinic environment.
2. Medically Certified & Clinically Proven
Our medical keyboards meet strict clinical standards required for use in:
- Dental surgeries
- Hospitals
- Laboratories
- Clean rooms
You can trust that every component is designed for environments where infection control is a priority.
3. Seamless, Easy-Clean Surfaces
Unlike traditional keyboards with deep grooves and hard-to-clean keys, our hygiene models feature:
- Silicone, polyurethane, or glass surfaces
- Completely sealed housings
- Minimal nooks where bacteria can hide
This dramatically reduces microbial buildup and saves staff valuable cleaning time.
4. Durable Enough for Busy Practices
Dental environments demand equipment that can handle:
- Repeated disinfecting
- Heavy daily use
- Exposure to moisture, sprays, and aerosols
Our hygiene keyboards are engineered to withstand the demands of a bustling, high-turnover clinic.
Top Recommended Keyboards for Dentists
Medical-Grade Silicone Keyboards
Perfect for surgeries where frequent cleaning is essential. Soft-touch keys, quiet operation, and full waterproof certification.
Waterproof Glass Touch Keyboards
Ideal for modern private clinics. Sleek, flat, and exceptionally easy to disinfect.
Antimicrobial Coated Keyboards
An extra layer of defence using antimicrobial technology that reduces microbial growth between cleaning cycles.
Each option is compatible with standard dental software, imaging systems, reception setups, and chairside terminals.
Our recommended keyboards for dental practices:
- Purekeys compact medical keyboard
- AccuMed Glass Keyboard
- Keysonic Waterproof Keyboard
- Medigenic Keyboard and Mouse
Better Compliance, Greater Confidence
Switching to waterproof, medical-grade keyboards helps dental practices align with:
- CQC guidelines on infection control
- HTM 01-05 compliance
- Best practice for digital workflow hygiene
For patients, it sends a clear message: your health and safety matter to us.
For your staff, it means fewer risks and better workflow efficiency.
Upgrade Your Dental Practice Today
Hygiene doesn’t stop at surfaces and instruments. With digital workflows becoming central to dentistry, upgrading your keyboards is an easy, cost-effective step that makes a measurable impact on cleanliness and safety.
Explore Keyboard Specialists’ full Hygiene Keyboard range designed for dentistry and medical environments.