Hepatitis B: Why It Matters in Dental Practice

Question. Write short note on hepatitis B in dental practice.

Answer. Hepatitis may be defied as an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis virus B.

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The prevention for hepatitis will be

1. Prevention of mode of transmission

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Avoid infected blood transfusion, body organs, sperms and other tissues.
Blood should be screened before transfusion.
Strict sterilization process should be ensured in clinics.
Presterilized needles and syringe should be used.
Avoid injections unless they are absolutely necessary.
Carrier should be told not to share razors or tooth brushes, use barrier methods of contraceptions, avoid blood donation.

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