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[Noise level in dental laboratory practice].

Jian Sun1, Jia-jing Yao, Yi Tan

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai 200011, China. doctorsunjian74@yahoo.com.cn

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Dental technicians face noise risks from handpieces and equipment, with levels reaching over 90dB. Hearing protection and regular checks are crucial to prevent noise-induced hearing loss in dental labs.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Audiology
  • Dental Technology

Background:

  • Dental technicians are routinely exposed to various noise sources in the laboratory environment.
  • Understanding these noise levels is critical for assessing potential risks to hearing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify the noise levels generated by specific dental laboratory handpieces and equipment.
  • To assess the overall noise exposure within a dental laboratory setting.

Main Methods:

  • Noise levels of two dental handpieces (Kavo K9, NSK Vmax) were measured at 15cm, 30cm, and 45cm under different conditions.
  • Noise from dental equipment and procedures was measured near the ear and at 1.5 meters using a sound level meter.

Main Results:

  • Dental handpieces produced noise levels between 61-83 dB.
  • High-noise procedures like metal cutting, steam cleaning, and power trimming exceeded 90 dB.
  • Denture fabrication rooms registered noise levels from 65-83 dB.

Conclusions:

  • Noise levels in dental labs pose a significant risk for hearing loss.
  • Regular audiometric evaluations and the use of hearing protection are recommended for dental technicians.