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Percutaneous injuries in dentistry: an observational study
J L Cleveland1, S A Lockwood, B F Gooch
1Division of Oral Health, National Center for Prevention Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta 30333, USA.
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|June 1, 1995
Summary
Dental residents experience percutaneous injuries, often occurring outside the mouth during denture impression procedures. Prevention may be possible through technique or instrument modifications.
Area of Science:
- Dental Medicine
- Occupational Health
- Infection Control
Background:
- Percutaneous injuries pose a significant risk in healthcare settings, potentially leading to pathogen transmission.
- Understanding the specific circumstances of these injuries among dental residents is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence and situational factors associated with percutaneous injuries in dental residents.
- To identify common procedures and contexts where these injuries occur.
Main Methods:
- An observational study design was employed.
- Data collection focused on the frequency and specific circumstances of percutaneous injuries reported by dental residents.
Main Results:
- The majority of percutaneous injuries occurred extraorally.
- Denture impression procedures were frequently associated with these injuries.
- Findings indicate a need for improved safety measures during specific dental procedures.
Conclusions:
- Percutaneous injuries among dental residents are often linked to extraoral events during denture impressions.
- Modifications in dental techniques and instrument design could potentially reduce the occurrence of these preventable injuries.