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J Mich Dent Assoc November 2023
J Mich Dent Assoc November 2023
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
Every month, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!
In this issue, the reader will find the following original content:
- A cover story on The University of Michigan's Gordon H. Sindecuse Museum of Dentistry.
- News you need, Editorial and regular department articles on MDA Foundation activities, Dentistry and the Law, Staff Matters, and component news.
This issue also includes two articles reprinted with permission.
- A feature from Ontario Dentist on The Challenge of False Belief: …
Eye Safety In Dentistry, Marie T. Fluent Dds, Cdipc
Eye Safety In Dentistry, Marie T. Fluent Dds, Cdipc
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
In this article, Dr. Fluent underscores the importance of eye safety from vision loss that ended her clinical dental career. The article emphasizes the prevalence of ocular injuries in occupational settings, with about 2,000 U.S. workers suffering job-related eye injuries daily. Dental professionals face multiple eye hazards, including flying debris, chemicals, and infectious materials. Protective eyewear is crucial, with the CDC and OSHA recommending its use.
A significant concern is the "bottom gap" in protective eyewear, which exposes dental personnel to risks. The article introduces a new ANSI standard, ANSI/ISEA Z87.62-2021, to standardize eye and face protection against bloodborne pathogens …