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A practical gloving and handwashing regimen for dental practice
E A Field1, N M Jedynakiewicz, C M King
1Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, University of Liverpool.
British Dental Journal
|February 8, 1992
Summary
Dental professionals must prioritize hand care, regardless of glove reuse policies. This paper details a simple, effective hand and glove washing regimen to enhance infection control in dental practices.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Infection Control
- Public Health
Background:
- Current dental practice guidelines recommend single-use gloves per patient to prevent cross-infection.
- A debate persists regarding the re-use of gloves in dental settings, highlighting the need for stringent infection control measures.
- Effective hand hygiene is crucial regardless of glove usage policies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a practical, efficient, and effective hand and glove washing regimen for dental professionals.
- To emphasize the critical importance of a consistent hand care routine in dental practices.
- To provide guidance on minimizing infection transmission risks in dentistry.
Main Methods:
- The paper outlines a specific regimen for hand and glove washing.
- The regimen is designed to be simple and quick to implement during clinical practice.
- Effectiveness is based on practical application and adherence to infection control principles.
Main Results:
- A straightforward and time-efficient hand/glove washing protocol is presented.
- The regimen is demonstrated to be effective in enhancing hand hygiene practices.
- Adherence to the protocol can significantly improve overall infection control.
Conclusions:
- A consistent hand care regimen, including proper hand/glove washing, is essential in dental practice.
- Implementing the presented regimen can help mitigate risks associated with glove use policies.
- Prioritizing hand hygiene is paramount for patient safety and effective cross-infection control in dentistry.