title: Structural features of latex gloves in dental practice.
abstract: The aim of this study was to define from a morpho-structural point of view, using scanning electron microscopy, the features of various types of disposable latex gloves commonly used in Italian dental practice (Biogel D, Trend, Pagni, J&J, Latechnics, Pehasoft, Bantex). None of the brands examined was free from morphological flaws; however, while in some of these only slight depressions were found (Biogel D, Trend), in others (Latechnics, Bantex) there was a marked lack of homogeneity in the latex structure or real holes (Pehasoft). This study emphasizes the current difficulties faced by dentists in the search for safe working conditions.
authors.affiliation: Dermatological Department, University of Ancona, Italy.
authors.forename: M G
authors.initials: MG
authors.lastname: Tucci
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Mattioli Belmonte
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Toschi
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Pelliccioni
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Checchi
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Castaldini
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Biagini
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Piana
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000592:standards; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D003813:Dentistry / Q000592:standards; D005932:Gloves, Surgical / Q000592:standards*; D017758:Infectious Disease Transmission, Patient-to-Professional / Q000517:prevention & control*; D017757:Infectious Disease Transmission, Professional-to-Patient / Q000517:prevention & control*; D007558:Italy; D007840:Latex / Q000737:chemistry*; D008855:Microscopy, Electron, Scanning; D011358:Product Surveillance, Postmarketing; D011786:Quality Control
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D007840:Latex