Table 2 Proposal of changes to personal protective equipment (PPE), according to level of risk scored for typical dental procedures
From: An innovative risk-scoring system of dental procedures and safety protocols in the COVID-19 era
| Low risk |
Disposable or sterilizable headgear Surgical mask Protective goggles Disposable or sterilizable gown Double disposable latex gloves |
| Medium risk |
Disposable headgear Disposable/sterilizable visor to remove immediately Protective respirator (FFP2) Disposable gown Double disposable latex gloves |
| High risk |
Disposable headgear Disposable/sterilizable visor to remove immediately FFP3 / Powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) Disposable protective suit Double disposable latex gloves Cover shoes |
