Evaluation of the permeability of latex gloves for use in dental practice
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Published on: November 9, 2014
L Checchi1, S Conti, C D'Achille
1Cattedra di Chirurgia Speciale Odontostomatologica, University of Bolgona, School of Dentistry.
Abstract:
The aim of this study was to evaluate the permeability of the disposable, nonsterile gloves used in dental practice. A visual inspection and a water-filling test were carried out on seven different brands of gloves. Only five of the seven makes analyzed showed a value of pinch marks statistically not different from 2% (the limit recommended by the American Society for Testing and Materials). Analysis of the gloves with holes revealed that only four makes showed a value statistically not different from 2%. Finally, only three of the seven makes analyzed had a number of defects statistically not different from 2%. It may therefore be stated that the average quality level currently available should be improved to guarantee a safer and more effective protection against oral pathogens in dental practice.
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