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Parveen Dahiya1, Reet Kamal2, Varun Sharma1
1Department of Periodontics, Himachal Institute of Dental Sciences, Paonta Sahib, India.
Viral hepatitis is a global epidemic and a leading cause of liver disease. Dentists are at high risk and need enhanced infection control and hepatitis B vaccination awareness to prevent transmission.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Viral hepatitis represents a significant global health challenge, contributing to liver cirrhosis and carcinoma.
- Dental settings pose risks for hepatitis transmission via blood, oral fluids, and aerosols.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elevate awareness among dental practitioners regarding viral hepatitis.
- To underscore the importance of infection control and vaccination in dental practice.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across electronic databases (PubMed, Medline, ProQuest).
- Keywords included 'hepatitis,' 'dentist,' 'liver disease,' and 'infection control.'
- Manual searches of journals and books were performed, focusing on English literature.
Main Results:
- Dentists are identified as a high-risk group for hepatitis infection.
- Limited awareness exists among dentists regarding hepatitis B vaccination adherence factors.
Conclusions:
- Dentists must treat all patients as potential hepatitis carriers.
- Implementing stringent infection control, sterilization, and vaccination protocols is crucial for risk reduction.
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