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J Dent Res 47(6): 1062-1065, 1968
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Effectiveness of Disposable Face Masks in Preventing Cross Contamination during Dental Procedures

RICHARD BAILEY 1, PHYLLIS GIGLIO 1, HARRY BLECHMAN 1, and CARLOS NUNEZ 1

1 Department of Microbiology, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, New York

Aerosols generated by the air turbine handpiece contain oral microorganisms that are a potential health hazard to the dentist. The effectiveness of different face masks in preventing cross contamination varied greatly but in all instances was significant.

Submitted on February 7, 1968




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