Evaluation of the spatter-reduction effectiveness and aerosol containment of eight dry-field isolation techniques

Conclusion: Results indicate that spatter reduction was significantly better amongst the setups in which an additional high-volume evacuator (HVE) line was used. All setups were efficient at mitigating PM2.5 aerosols in comparison to the control. The conclusions of this study should be interpreted with caution, and additional mitigation techniques consistent with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations must be implemented in dental practices.
Source: Quintessence International - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research