The Essential Role of Airflow Filtration, and Ventilation on Air Quality in the Dental Setting

By Ryan Cluff, RDH, MEd and Jacqueline J. Freudenthal, RDH, MHE

The risks posed by dental aerosols have become top-of-mind among oral health professionals with the emergence of SARS-CoV-2 over the past few years. However, dentistry has a long history of incorporating effective infection control measures to create a safe environment for patients and personnel. The low incidence of COVID-19 transmission in dental settings is a testament to an effective combination of educational programing, policies, procedures, and the dedication of oral health professionals incorporating stringent protocols in the dental office.

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