Infection Control in Prosthodontics
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Dental Advancements - Year 2016, Vol 8, Issue 1
Abstract
Infection control is as old as disease control in health care modalities. The dental profession is at high risk due to the potential for disease transmission in dental clinic and dental laboratory. To avoid such transmission of the diseases, it is important to understand the mechanism of transmission of infection, pathogens involved and the safety measures that can be undertaken. This review insights the procedures to be followed in the clinic as well as the laboratory in order to prevent the cross contamination.
Authors and Affiliations
jisa Ann Alex, Sudhir N, Taruna M, Ramu Reddy
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