Role of Droplets and Aerosols in Transmission of COVID-19 in Dental Practice: A Literature Review

Journal of Research in Dental and Maxillofacial Sciences

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S Helli¹  E Shafiee²  K Mogharrab Alile³ 

[1] Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University;Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University;Faculty of Dentistry, Tabriz Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University

关键词: Aerosols;    COVID-19;    Infection Control;   

DOI  :  10.52547/jrdms.7.3.175

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: Islamic Azad University

【 摘 要 】

Background and Aim: This study sought to review the role of aerosols and droplets in transmission of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in dental practice .   Materials and Methods: Published papers concerning the transmission routes of COVID-19 in dental environment were retrieved from the search engines, websites of related health organizations, and electronic databases. Out of primarily retrieved 120 articles, 40 articles met the inclusion criteria.Results: Many Studies reported that the main transmission routes of COVID-19 were direct contact, droplets and aerosols. Because of the adjacency to the patient's oral cavity and use of aerosol-generating headpieces, dental practitioners are at high risk of COVID-19. Adherence to clinical protocols and guidelines in the working environment was highly emphasized in all studies to minimize the risk of infection and prevent cross-contamination in dental office setting. Conclusion: Dental healthcare providers should be well aware of the most recent guidelines and protocols to prevent COVID-19 transmission and constantly update their knowledge in this regard.

【 授权许可】

CC BY