Infection control in dentistry
A review
Keywords:
sterilization, disinfection, dental practiceAbstract
Infection control is important in the practice of dentistry because dental healthcare workers and patients are exposed to e wide variety of microorganisms through blood and oral secretions. A long history of scientific, clinical and technological developments has led to the current recommendations for infection control in dentistry and medicine. As a result, health care workers and their patients have never been protected from occupational transmission of pathogens. Engineering and re-emerging infection control challenges will continue to confront the health profession in the 21st century. In addition, procedures aimed at preventing the spread of infectious disease are constantly being evaluated and updated. Among the important components of any infection control success, however, always will be remembering and understanding the rationale for appropriate practices. The routine applications of precautions such as multiple aseptic procedures, latex gloves, masks, protective eyewear, clinic coats, automated instrument decontamination devices, time-efficient heat sterilization modalities, chemical disinfectants, waste management procedures and single-use disposable items have created a safer environment for dental personal and patients alike. Hence the review aimed at stressing the importance of sterilization and disinfection in dental practice
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