The Protective Role of Front-Closed and Front-Open Gowns Against Staphylococcus Aureus Contamination of Dental Students before and after Restorative Treatments

Conclusion: We confirmed that dental students occupationally exposed to the bacterial agents and even simple minor changes in gown could considerably decrease the contamination. Education about bacterial transmission, as well as infection prevention and control measures is necessary for dental students, especially when they participate in clinical practice.
Source: Journal of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research