Infection control compliance issues and questions.
This article uses the 2003 CDC infection control guidelines for dentistry as a framework for discussing representative questions and issues that continue to be raised by dental health care workers. Where applicable, additional supporting evidence will be incorporated to provide appropriate, useful information, to assist in understanding and complying with updated recommendations.
Sperrazza
Leona A
LA
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial, Pathology, Medicine and Surgery, Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.
Molinari
John A
JA
D002487:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. / Q000592:standards*; D017575:Gloves, Protective / Q000592:standards; D006235:Hand Disinfection / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D019552:Infection Control, Dental / Q000379:methods*; D011481:Protective Clothing / Q000592:standards; D014481:United States