TABLE 8. Use of dental handpieces and other devices attached to air and waterlines.
| n | % | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning with surface disinfectant solutions | 108 | 80.0 |
| Run for 30 s before dental treatment | 40 | 29.6 |
| Autoclaving | 24 | 17.8 |
| No preferred procedure | 12 | 8.9 |
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