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Microbiological Quality of Ultrasonic Dental Scaler Output Water
Objectives: Since ultrasonic dental scalers contain internal narrow-diameter waterline tubing susceptible to bacterial biofilm growth, this study determined the cultivable prevalence of aerobic mesophilic heterotrophic bacteria in ultrasonic scaler output water subjected to one of two commercial …
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The assessment of ultrasonic instruments in dentistry
Introduction: Ultrasonic scalers are an accepted alternative to hand instruments for the removal of plaque, calculus and stains from teeth. Although the use of these instruments is widespread, the vibrational motion of scalers is not fully understood. Their high frequency, low displacement …
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The Effects of Occupational Ultrasonic Noise Exposure on Hearing in Dental Hygienists: A Pilot Study
… study was to determine whether long-term ultrasonic noise exposure via the dental office environment is related to dental hygienists' hearing status. Registered dental hygienists (N = 698) who live in the Hampton Roads area were mailed a <em>Dental Hygiene Work History Questionnaire</em>to …