SHARP SAFE WORKING IN DENTAL SURGERY: A REVIEW
*Dr. C. Pradeep, Dr. Suman Kumar and Dr. Aman Jaspal
ABSTRACT
The potential for transmission of blood borne infections is highest during handling of needles and sharps. The factors which relate commonly to sharps injuries include the inadequate design or inappropriate placement of sharps disposal container, overfilling of sharps disposal container and inappropriate sharps disposal practices by the care provider during patient treatment. This article focuses on sharp injury, safety in dental practices and also to provide correct methods and procedure regarding sharp use and disposal to increase awareness.
Keywords: Sharp safety, blood, exposure, needles, NPEP.
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