Occupational hazards of dentistry. A review of literature from 1990.

Author: Babich S, Burakoff RP.

Source: N Y State Dent J.

Year: 1997

Comment:

This review is about general occupational hazards in dentistry, and it notes both dangers and safeties of amalgam. It concludes that once risks are identified, these "few minor risks can be lessened or eliminated."

Abstract / Excerpt:

“Advancements in materials development and in technologies may elicit new occupational hazards in the dental profession. Thus, the dentist should not become lax or complacent. Yet, once a potential adverse health effect is identified, steps are taken to rectify the situation. The field of dentistry is a relatively safe profession and, with proper knowledge and precautions, even those relatively few minor risks can be lessened or even eliminated.”

Citation:

Babich S, Burakoff RP. Occupational hazards of dentistry. A review of literature from 1990. The New York State Dental Journal. 1997; 63(8): 26.