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[Dental practice and AIDS].

S Rojanawatsirivej¹

¹Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University.

The Journal of the Dental Association of Thailand

|May 1, 1991

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Dental professionals in Thailand face risks of HIV transmission due to increasing Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) cases. Effective safety precautions are crucial for healthcare workers and patients to prevent infection and aid AIDS control efforts.

Area of Science:

Public Health
Infectious Diseases
Dental Medicine

Context:

Thailand is experiencing a rise in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) cases, indicating incomplete control of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
Undiagnosed or asymptomatic HIV-infected individuals seeking dental services pose a potential transmission risk.
Dental professionals experience heightened concerns regarding occupational HIV infection.

Purpose:

To review existing studies on HIV transmission in dental settings.
To discuss the occupational risks of AIDS infection for dental practitioners.
To emphasize the importance of implementing stringent safety measures in dental care.

Summary:

The article synthesizes research on HIV transmission routes within dental procedures.

Keywords:

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome--transmission Asia Biology Delivery Of Health Care Developing Countries Diseases Health Health Personnel Hiv Infections--transmission Risk Factors Southeastern Asia Thailand Viral Diseases

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It evaluates the potential for occupational exposure and infection among dental staff.

Recommendations for enhanced safety protocols are provided to mitigate risks.

Impact:

Promoting effective safety precautions can protect dental professionals and patients from HIV.
Adherence to safety measures contributes to the broader national strategy for AIDS control in Thailand.
Raising awareness can reduce fear and improve the standard of care for all patients.