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J Am Dent Assoc, Vol 124, No 4, 77-80.
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Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 124, Issue 4, 77-80
Copyright © 1993 by American Dental Association

Journal Article

Possibility of cross-contamination between dental patients by means of the saliva ejector



CM Watson and RL Whitehouse
Academy Dental Group, Baker Center, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Concern about cross-contamination between dental patients prompted investigation of current suctioning practices. The possibility of the suck-back phenomenon and the presence of oral bacteria in vacuum lines were studied, and dental offices were surveyed concerning the use and disinfection of suction equipment.




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