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Tips for Reducing Aerosols During Dental Hygiene Care

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

With flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and bacterial pneumonia surging this season, managing aerosols during dental procedures is more important than ever. Although concerns surrounding COVID-19 have lessened since the pandemic, aerosol-generating procedures can still spread various respiratory illnesses. Dental hygienists can take several steps to reduce aerosol spread in their practices, enhancing safety for themselves, their patients, and colleagues. 1.