HOW TO SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE AIRBORNE PARTICLES WITH A RUBBER DAM

The use of a rubber dam can help stop the spread of these particles. [ by Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA, CDD ] THE AIRBORNE SPREAD OF SEVERE acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 is well reported in literature. Documentation shows many procedures in dentistry produce aerosols and droplets that are co...

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Published inDental Products Report Vol. 54; no. 7; pp. 46 - 48
Main Author Brinker, Shannon Pace
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Monmouth Junction MultiMedia Healthcare Inc 01.07.2020
Subjects
Aerosols
Coronaviruses
COVID-19
Dentistry
Dentists
Disease transmission
Jaw
Oral cavity
Respiratory tract
Rubber
Saliva
Severe acute respiratory syndrome
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2
Teeth
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Summary:The use of a rubber dam can help stop the spread of these particles. [ by Shannon Pace Brinker, CDA, CDD ] THE AIRBORNE SPREAD OF SEVERE acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 is well reported in literature. Documentation shows many procedures in dentistry produce aerosols and droplets that are contaminated with the virus.1 Dental practices have many concerns about droplets and aerosol transmission of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID19), as the particles from droplets or aerosols are small enough to stay airborne for an extended period before settling on environmental surfaces or entering the respiratory tract.2 Now more than ever, the use of a dental rubber dam is necessary for handpieces with rotating turbines at a high speed. COVID-19 has the potential to spread through droplets and aerosols from infected individuals in dental clinics and hospitals.3 When dentists work with devices in the patient's oral cavity, a large amount of aerosol and droplets mixed with the patient's saliva-or even blood-will be generated. The No. 1 reason at the time was lack of proper training and time.4 Documentation proves the placement of a rubber dam significantly reduces airborne particles in a 3-foot diameter of the operational field by 70% during a procedure.
ISSN:0011-8737
2150-640X