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Continuing progress in infection control in U.S. dental schools.

V A Merchant1, J A Molinari

  • 1Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Detroit School of Dentistry, MI 48207.

Journal of Dental Education
|August 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Dental schools are improving infection control practices and protocols, based on a 1988 survey. However, obstacles to full implementation of infection control programs remain in dental education.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Education
  • Infection Control
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Infection control in dental schools is critical for patient and provider safety.
  • Previous surveys in 1982, 1986, and 1987 tracked the evolution of infection control measures.
  • Understanding current infection control status is essential for identifying progress and challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current state of infection control instruction and protocols in U.S. dental schools in 1988.
  • To compare 1988 infection control data with findings from previous surveys.
  • To identify persistent barriers to implementing comprehensive infection control programs.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to deans of all U.S. dental schools in November 1988.

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  • The survey collected data on infection control education and institutional protocols.
  • Response rate was 55 out of 59 surveyed schools (93.2%).

    • Main Results:

    • Dental schools demonstrated increased attention to infection control and protocol application compared to prior years.
    • The 1988 data showed advancements in adopting recommended infection control measures.
    • Despite progress, specific obstacles to full program implementation were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a positive trend towards enhanced infection control in U.S. dental schools.
    • Continued efforts are needed to overcome remaining challenges in infection control program implementation.
    • Sustained focus on infection control is vital for maintaining a safe dental learning environment.