Table 1.
The concentration of bacteria and fungi in aerosols in dental offices before and during patients visits
| Collected measurements | Concentration of microorganisms (CFU/m3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Bacteria | Fungi | |
| A. Dental office no. 1 (multi-chair) | ||
| Outdoor air | 260 | 190 |
| Dental office before patients visit | 270 | 130 |
| Dental office during patients visit | 430 (360–500) | 300 (0–330) |
| B. Dental office no. 2 (single chair) | ||
| Outdoor air | 150 | 30 |
| Dentist office before patients visit | 180 | 60 |
| Dentist office during patients visit | 490 (200–1190) | 110 (40–220) |