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  • Title: The efficacy of rubber dam isolation in reducing atmospheric bacterial contamination.
    Author: Samaranayake LP, Reid J, Evans D.
    Journal: ASDC J Dent Child; 1989; 56(6):442-4. PubMed ID: 2681303.
    Abstract:
    A study was made to ascertain the efficacy of rubber dam isolation in controlling atmospheric bacterial contamination, when conservative pedodontic procedures are performed. There was a highly significant (p less than 0.001) reduction in bacterial contamination of the atmosphere, perioperatively, when rubber dam isolation was used. As the reduction in bacterial aerosols was greatest at 1 m from the headrest, the use of rubber dam would minimize significantly the inhalation of infective aerosols by dental personnel.
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