Efficacy of extraoral suction devices in aerosol and splatter reduction during ultrasonic scaling: A laboratory investigation

Background. Ultrasonic scaling generates aerosols and splatters contaminated with microorganisms, increasing the risk of disease transmission in the dental office. The present study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of extraoral suction (EOS) units in aerosol and splatter reduction during ultrason...

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Main Authors: Sivaporn Horsophonphong, Yada Chestsuttayangkul, Rudee Surarit, Wannee Lertsooksawat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences 2021-08-01
Series:Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects
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Online Access:https://joddd.tbzmed.ac.ir/PDF/joddd-15-197.pdf