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Infection control in the orthodontic office in Canada

G M McCarthy1, A H Mamandras, J K MacDonald

  • 1Division of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Western Ontario London, Canada.

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics : Official Publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, Its Constituent Societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics
|September 19, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Orthodontists use fewer infection control procedures than dentists, particularly regarding masks and handpiece sterilization. Enhanced education and adherence to universal precautions are crucial for preventing cross-infection in orthodontic practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Public Health
  • Infection Control
  • Orthodontics

Background:

  • Universal precautions are recommended for all patients due to blood-borne pathogens like HIV and hepatitis.
  • Previous studies focused on dentists' compliance, with limited data on orthodontists' infection control practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess orthodontists' reported use of recommended infection control procedures.
  • To compare infection control practices between orthodontists and general dentists.

Main Methods:

  • A mailed survey with three follow-ups was distributed to 5441 orthodontists and general dentists in Ontario in 1994.
  • Data collected included the use of gloves, masks, eyewear, glove changes, handpiece sterilization, and Hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccination.

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Main Results:

  • Significant differences were found in the use of gloves, masks, protective eyewear, glove changes, and handpiece sterilization between orthodontists and general dentists.
  • Fewer orthodontists reported HBV vaccination for clinical staff (46%) compared to general dentists (61%).
  • Both groups reported high HBV vaccination rates for themselves and similar use of additional precautions for HIV-positive patients.

Conclusions:

  • Orthodontists demonstrate lower adherence to recommended infection control procedures compared to general dentists.
  • Increased education is needed to promote universal precautions among both orthodontists and general dentists.
  • Enhanced use of barrier methods, staff HBV vaccination, and handpiece sterilization are vital to minimize cross-infection risks in orthodontics.