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Protective gloves.

M A Baumann1

  • 1Department of Operative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical Faculty, Johannes-Gutenberg-University, Mainz, Germany.

International Dental Journal
|June 1, 1992
PubMed
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Dental professionals widely use gloves for infection control due to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). This paper addresses challenges like skin reactions and issues with dental procedures, exploring potential solutions for effective glove use.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Infection Control
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • The rise of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) has mandated glove use in dental settings for infection prevention.
  • Surgical glove use highlights existing challenges including impermeability, disinfection difficulties, and adverse skin reactions.
  • Dental practice presents unique issues with glove use, affecting electrical sensitivity tests and impression-taking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss current challenges associated with frequent glove use in dental practice.
  • To explore potential solutions for the problems encountered during dental procedures while wearing gloves.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing problems with glove use in surgical and dental fields.
  • Discussion of topical issues and proposed resolutions.

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Main Results:

  • Glove use in dentistry faces challenges related to material properties and procedural interference.
  • Adverse skin reactions and disinfection difficulties are significant concerns.
  • Interference with electrical tests and dental impressions requires specific attention.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the challenges of glove use is crucial for maintaining infection control and patient care quality in dentistry.
  • Further research and practical solutions are needed to optimize glove utility and mitigate associated problems.