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Study of hygienic hand disinfection of staff and dental students at the Medical University – Plovdiv [PDF]

Ķazaķstannyṇ Klinikalyķ Medicinasy
Introduction: Transient microbial flora on the hands of medical personnel is a prerequisite for healthcare-associated infections. Unlike permanent this micro flora can be removed by washing and disinfection.
Atanaska Petrova Petrova, Velina Stoeva, Hristiana Batselova   +2 more
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A descriptive study of percutaneous injuries in National Healthcare Group POLYCLINICS dental clinics in Singapore from 2014 to 2020

BDJ Open, 2023
Introduction All dental staff face risk of percutaneous injuries (PCI)s. Blood-borne diseases may be transmitted to staff via contaminated sharp instruments. Hence there are significant impacts on staff when PCIs occur.
Vivian Yung Yee Wong, Priscilla Jang Shing Chao, Sabrina Poay Sian Lee, Eng Sing Lee, Lily Ren Lee Lang, Holy JR Koh, Kenneth Meng Tze Low   +6 more
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Eyesight: a study of the staff of a dental school [PDF]

BDJ Open, 2017
Abstract Objectives/Aims: The aim was to investigate the vision of all 90 dentally qualified staff at a dental school. Materials and Methods: Ethical approval was obtained and a questionnaire-based survey conducted. Data were screened and analysed using Stata 13.1.
Chandler, Nicholas P, Gray, Andrew R, Murray, Colleen M   +2 more
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The impact of General Dental Council registration and continuing professional development on UK dental care professionals:(1) dental nurses. [PDF]

, 2012
Objective To investigate the impact of GDC registration and mandatory CPD on dental nurses’ views, job satisfaction and intention to leave. Design Postal/online survey, conducted in parallel with a survey of dental technicians. Setting UK private and NHS
Ibbetson, R. J., S. Turner, R. J. Ibbetson, Turner, S., Ross, M. K., M. K. Ross   +5 more
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Dog‐assisted therapy in the dental clinic: Part A—Hazards and assessment of potential risks to the health and safety of humans

Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, 2019
Background Dog‐assisted therapy in the dental clinic may be an attractive alternative to sedation for anxious patients. Including a dental therapy dog in a clinical setting introduces new hazards and potential risks to health and safety for both humans ...
Anne M. Gussgard, J. Scott Weese, Arne Hensten, Asbjørn Jokstad   +3 more
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Pseudomembranous candidiasis in patient wearing full denture

Dental Journal, 2009
Background: Oral candidiasis is a common opportunistic infection of the oral cavity caused by an overgrowth of Candida species, the commonest being Candida albicans.
Nurdiana Nurdiana, M. Jusri
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COVID-19 transmission in dental practice during the pandemic: A questionnaire-based survey in private dental clinics in Japan

Journal of Dental Sciences, 2023
Background/purpose: The global coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic continues to cause a significant impact on patient care due to its considerable transmissibility, morbidity, and mortality.
Hironori Sakai, Eiji Kondo, Hirokazu Tanaka, Tetsu Shimane, Shinichi Yamada, Hiroshi Kurita   +5 more
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Awareness on Bioterrorism among qualified dentists in a teaching dental institution in southern India

Journal of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, 2020
Background: Bioterrorism covers a vast spectrum of concerns, from catastrophic terrorism with mass casualties, to micro-events using low technology but producing civil unrest, disruption, disease, disabilities, and death. In such a situation, the medical
Vemuri Sridevi, Bommireddy Vikram Simha, Sai Siva Naga Gayathri Naidu, Kommineni Harish Chowdary, Anusha Yaragani, y Sandhya Sree   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Stigmatising attitudes and beliefs about obesity amongst the dental team

International Dental Journal, 2023
Aim or Purpose: There is evidence indicating limited training amongst dental professionals regarding obesity or obesity-related stigma. However, studies have minimally explored the Australian context and have not included support staff.
Dr Zanab Malik, Dr Kathryn Williams, A/Prof Deborah Cockrell, Laureate Professor Clare Collins   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Percutaneous exposure injuries amongst dental staff and students at a university dental clinic in Australia: A 6‐year retrospective study

, 2021
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: Dental care providers are at risk of percutaneous exposure injuries (PEIs) due to the intimate nature of the patient-dentist environment and the routine use of sharp instruments.
Peter Reher, Zachar, Jessica Joanna, Reher, Peter, Jessica Joanna Zachar   +3 more
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