knowledge and attitude of dental practitioners in tabriz regarding infection control procedures

نویسندگان

masoomeh mahdipour

ali taghavi zenouz

narges gholizadeh

چکیده

background and aims. blood-borne infections such as hepatitis b, hepatitis c and hiv might be transmitted from one individual to another during dental procedures. therefore, sterilization and personal protection procedures are of utmost significance in dental offices. the importance of awareness of cross-infection and antiseptic principles lies in the fact that in most cases it is not possible to identify patients with hepatitis or aids. the aim of the present study was to evaluate awareness of infection control procedures among dental practitioners in tabriz. materials and methods. in this descriptive study, 150 dental practitioners working in clinics and private offices of tabriz were randomly selected. data was collected by means of a self-administered questionnaire, which included respondents’ personal profile and questions on infection control and sterilization methods. results. there were no statistically significant differences in the level of knowledge between male and female dental practitioners regarding infection control; however, there was a decline in awareness as age increased. conclusion. the results of the present study suggest that in some cases dental practitioners neglect the principles for personal protection and cross-infection control. therefore, our society is subject to widespread infection in dental offices and clinics. this potential risk necessitates careful monitoring along with government support of treatment procedures, the inclusion of infection control costs into treatment expenses and an emphasis on continuing education about infection control procedures through seminars and congresses.

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journal of dental research, dental clinics, dental prospects

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