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- Title
Environmental Health and Safety in Dental Clinics in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia.
- Authors
Saeed Alabduljabbar, Razan Mohammedali; alsomali, Fatma Ahmed; Almuslab, Yasmeen Ali; Baqer Alshakhs, Radwan Abdullah; Al Karam, Mariam Mirza; Ali alghamdi, Ibraheem Ahmed; kashgari, Fuad kamel; Ahmed Al-Ghawwas, Zahra Jaffer; Mohammed Shaya, Aeshah salman; Ahmad alsada, Manal Adnan; Dabal, Haura Abdulali; Sulil, Khatooon Ahmed
- Abstract
Dental practices have evolved over time, introducing standardized safety protocols and enhancing safety standards. Regulatory bodies like OSHA, CDC, and ADA have set standards for infection control, chemical safety, and occupational health. Dental clinics face biological, chemical, and physical hazards. Maintaining high standards of EHS is crucial for patient and professional health, regulatory compliance, patient trust, and environmental sustainability. The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated extra precautionary measures, and infection control measures have improved. Patients generally accept dental-dams and ergonomic interventions for infection control and safety. The aim of this study is to evaluate and enhance the environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols within dental clinics by examining key parameters that influence the well-being of both patients and dental professionals. Specifically, the study will focus on assessing air quality, infection control compliance, and the presence of isolated microorganisms in the workplace during invasive dental procedures. This study aims to assess environmental health and safety (EHS) parameters in dental clinics using a cross-sectional observational design. Participants include dental professionals and patients, who will evaluate infection control compliance and provide insights. Data will be collected from ten hospitals in Saudi Arabia, focusing on air quality, infection control compliance, and the presence of isolated microorganisms during invasive dental procedures. The study found that dental clinics have high concentrations of PM2.5 and CO2 in treatment rooms, indicating dental procedures. However, higher levels in waiting rooms suggest potential ventilation issues. Adherence to infection control protocols varied among dental professionals, with hand hygiene practices more prevalent among dental assistants. The study also highlighted the need for effective air filtration and control measures. The study on environmental health and safety in dental clinics reveals critical parameters affecting safety and quality. It highlights air quality, infection control compliance, and microbial contamination, emphasizing the need for high standards and effective cleaning and disinfection.
- Subjects
ENVIRONMENTAL health; ENVIRONMENTAL quality; SUSTAINABILITY; MEDICAL personnel as patients; INFECTION control
- Publication
Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research (Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research), 2024, Vol 15, Issue 8, p387
- ISSN
0975-3583
- Publication type
Article