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Infection Control in Primary Dental Care

Martin R Fulford author Nikolai R Stankiewicz author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Published:15th Aug '20

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This book is an easy-to-use guide to all aspects of infection control and decontamination that will support the implementation of effective measures for risk reduction in dental practice. Among the topics addressed are the principles and practicalities of cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments, the role of personal protective equipment, the design and use of decontamination rooms, choice of dental equipment, environmental disinfection, and considerations relating to dental unit water lines. In addition, readers will find an informative and helpful section on the background history and basic science of infection control within dentistry. Infection Control in Primary Dental Care will be very useful for all members of the dental team, including dentists, dental nurses or assistants, dental hygienists, and therapists. The book is illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and tables to aid understanding and encourage good practice. The authors have a background in microbiology anddental practice and have extensive experience of providing advice and guidance to professional colleagues on infection control procedures.

“The audience includes dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other office personnel. The book is a good resource for the dental team in a practice setting. … This would be a good reference for new employees orienting themselves to the dental profession.” (Maria Prassas, Doody's Book Reviews, October 11, 2019)

ISBN: 9783030163099

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

130 pages

1st ed. 2020