A questionnaire was disseminated to 89 general dental practitioners (GDPs) in June 2017. The survey concerned their current, routine use of latex gloves and latex-containing dental dam in general ...

The index and middle finger regions were assessed to have a significantly higher puncture resistance than the other glove regions. However, this may be less relevant in the dental surgery since ...

Latex gloves are considered to be the most effective barrier to blood-borne pathogens. Latex allergies in health professionals and patients are not quite uncommon. Reactions to latex gloves can vary ...

1. Faculty of Applied Sciences, Department of Advanced Techniques in Medical Laboratory, Logos University, Tirana, Albania 2. Faculty of Medical Sciences, Department of Stomatology, Albanian ...

Latex, also known as rubber or natural latex, is derived from the milky sap of the rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. Latex can be found in many household products and also in many medical and dental ...

While caring for their patients, dental and health care professionals are constantly exposed to bodily fluids that may carry viruses and other infectious agents. It is therefore critical that the ...

If you work in the medical or dental fields, in food prep, as a veterinarian, or in waste disposal, chances are high that latex gloves are a huge part of your daily routine. Latex gloves are durable, ...

Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Applied Health Sciences, Qassim University, Al Qassim region, Saudi Arabia Latex gloves are considered to be the most effective barrier to blood-borne ...