Dental professionals today have more personal protective equipment and regulations in the dental clinic space than ever before, yet one issue has continued to remain ignored; hearing loss.
Category Archives: Hearing Protection
Clinician Perceptions of 4 Hearing Devices
Common equipment in the dental operatory generate cumulative noise at sufficient decibel levels that can damage hearing. Although noise exposure in the dental office is typically intermittent, dentists and other dental care providers have been shown to be at risk of hearing loss.
“The world is becoming a noisier place, so protection and prevention are essential”
Although noise exposure in dentistry may appear to be minimal, the potential for noise-induced hearing loss is an issue in the field. Various studies have shown that a significant number of dental professionals are affected each year.
Can You Hear Me Now?
noise-induced hearing loss among dental professionals.