Prevalence of type I natural rubber latex allergy among dental hygienists.

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Authors

Curtis P. Hamann · South Mountain Community College

Abstract

Based on skin prick testing, the prevalence of a type I allergy to NRL in dental hygienists appears similar to that reported for other oral health care professionals and is greater than the general population. Educating dental hygienists about type I NRL allergy may help reduce prevalence and improve its management.

Topics & Keywords

Contact Dermatitis and Allergies Occupational exposure and asthma Infection Control in Healthcare

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PubMed

Volume 79, Issue 2, pp. 7-7

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