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A POSSIBLE MEANS OF INADVERTENT TRANSMISSION OF INFECTION TO DENTAL PATIENTS.

Authors :
NEFF, JACK H.
ROSENTHAL, S. LEONARD
Source :
Journal of Dental Research; Dec1957, Vol. 36 Issue 6, p932-934, 3p, 2 Charts
Publication Year :
1957

Abstract

The article discusses a study that looked at the potential of microorganisms being able to grow on dental instruments. A description of the study is presented. The study found that microorganisms, such as bacteria, were found on items in a dentist office, such as pens, light handles and glass bracket tables.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00220345
Volume :
36
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Dental Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
36494127
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/00220345570360061901