Table 3 Reported infection control measures
From: COVID-19 infection rates and mitigation strategies in orthodontic practices
Infection control effort | Percent (%) |
|---|---|
High-powered Suction Modification (i.e., Isolite or Dryshield) | 26.2 |
Extraoral high-power suction | 31.1 |
Installed physical barriers (between units) | 40.1 |
Installed physical barriers (between patients and doctors) | 7.5 |
UV light systems | 19.5 |
Air purifiers or other filter systems | 67.4 |
Negative pressure room | 7.1 |
Exposure risk questionnaire | 72.3 |
Pre-visit screening (1–2 days prior) | 53.2 |
Temperature check (patient) | 70.8 |
Temperature check (self/staff) | 63.7 |
Pre-treatment rinse | 39.0 |
Disinfect frequently touched surfaces | 99.6 |
Social distancing (treatment area) | 77.2 |
Patients waiting outside the practice | 50.2 |
Parent/guardian allowed in treatment area | 69.3 |
Disinfect all equipment in operatory | 98.9 |
Provide facemasks (staff) | 99.6 |
Provide facemasks (patients) | 70.8 |