Periodontal Practice Inventory Management System

1. Essential Inventory Categories

Clinical Supplies

• Periodontal probes and explorers
• Surgical instruments (curettes, scalers)
• Suture materials and needles
• Local anesthetics and needles
• Sterilization supplies
• PPE (gloves, masks, gowns)

Regenerative Materials

• Bone grafting materials
• Barrier membranes
• Growth factors
• Biologics

Medications

• Antibiotics
• Anti-inflammatory medications
• Hemostatic agents

2. Inventory Control Procedures

Daily Tasks

• Check stock levels of critical items
• Record usage in inventory management system
• Clean and sterilize reusable instruments

Weekly Tasks

• Review upcoming procedures
• Place orders for depleted items
• Check expiration dates

Monthly Tasks

• Complete full inventory count
• Analyze usage patterns
• Review vendor contracts

3. Par Levels

Critical Items

• Minimum stock: 2 weeks supply
• Reorder point: 3 weeks supply
• Maximum stock: 6 weeks supply

Regular Items

• Minimum stock: 1 week supply
• Reorder point: 2 weeks supply
• Maximum stock: 4 weeks supply

4. Quality Control

Storage Requirements

• Temperature monitoring
• Humidity control
• Sterile storage protocols

Documentation

• Lot numbers
• Expiration dates
• Temperature logs
• Sterilization records

5. Emergency Supplies

Must-Have Items

• Emergency medication kit
• Backup surgical instruments
• Alternative suppliers list

6. Cost Management

Tracking Metrics

• Cost per procedure
• Monthly spending trends
• Waste reduction goals
• Vendor performance