Efficacy of Aerosol Reduction Measures for Dental Aerosol Generating Procedures
Thursday, November 03, 2022 09:27 AM
Aerosol particles generated by dental procedures could facilitate the transmission of infectious diseases and contain carcinogen particles. Such particles can penetrate common surgical masks and reach the lungs, leading to increased risk for dental care professionals. However, the risk of inhaling contaminated aerosol and the effectiveness of aerosol reduction measures in dental offices remain unclear. Read more.