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
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP594972
- DOI 10.9790/0853-160407156171.
- Views 68
- Downloads 0
Comparison of haemodynamic changes and level of block during Spinal anaesthesia-Lithotomy v/s Supine position using Ropivacaine and Bupivacaine
Background and Aims: Spinal anaesthesia is associated with various haemodynamic changes due to sympathetic blockade. Various surgical positions also affects haemodynamics, lithotomy position increases the systolic arteri...
Temperature Changes in Cortical Bone during Intraosseous Anesthesia with Anesto And Quicksleeper
Aims: To investigate the temperature changes in the cortical bone during intraosseous anesthesia with Quicksleeper and Anesto. Materials and Methods: 12 swine fresh jaws were used for each of the examined intraosseous sy...
Cost Effective Percutaneous Tracheostomy-An Indian HackHospital Based Study
Tracheostomy is a lifesaving procedure that is done in ICU’s. It reduces both the mortality and morbidity of patients. Slowly percutaneous tracheostomy (PCT) is becoming common in hospitals catering to population of midd...
Factors Influencing Speech and Swallowing Outcomes after Oral Resections
Surgery of oral cavity cancers is often extensive requiring complex reconstructive procedures which affect functions of speech and swallowing.The aim of the present study was to assess speech and swallowing outcome after...
Prevalence of Anemia in Reproductive Age Females in Aligarh: A Retrospective Study.
Introduction: Anaemia is one of the most common nutritional disorders with a prevalence of approximately, 52%. It has public health importance in developing countries like India where it is the most widespread nutritiona...