Infection Control in Dentistry- A Review
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 4
Abstract
Infection control is simple yet highly rewarding in terms of mental satisfaction to cure the patient of his problems by following proper infection control methods.The control of cross-infection and crosscontamination in dental practice is the focus of continuing discussion and debate and, as a result, recommendations and guidelines are regularly reviewed in the light of available information. To minimise the risk of transmission of infection between patients and between patients and Health Care Workers (HCW’s) a sensible and practical routine for the prevention of cross-contamination and cross-infection should be followed. The present review article highlights various vast aspects of infection control, preventive protocols and recommendations to be followed in dental settings which include CDC (Centre for Disease Control, USA) and the Hospital Infection Control Practise Advisory Committee (HICPAC) standard Precautions, The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) USA regulations, Work restrictions for dental health care personnel, Management of exposure to blood and body fluids, Evaluation of infection control program, Infection control considerations in dental office design.
Authors and Affiliations
Shiva Charan Yadav, Babitha G. A, Shobha Prakash
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