Table 4.
Recommendations for use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by dentists, dental assistants, patients, reception staff, and cleaning staff.
| Population | Respirator N95 or Similar |
Surgical Mask | Gloves | Disposable Cap | Shoe Covers | External Protective Clothing (Disposable Apron/Gown) | Face Protection (Goggles/Face Shield) | CPGs without Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | N (%) | |
| Dentist | 32 (94.1%) | 24 (70.6%) | 31 (91.2%) | 23 (67.6%) | 11 (32.3%) | 32 (94.1%) | 32 (94.1%) | 2 (5.9%) |
| Dental assistant | 13 (38.2%) | 10 (29.4%) | 12 (35.3%) | 13 (38.2%) | 3 (8.8%) | 16 (47.0%) | 16 (47.0%) | 15 (44.1%) |
| Patients | - | 24 (70.6%) | - | 7 (20.6%) | 6 (17.6%) | 11 (32.3%) | 11 (32.3%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| Reception staff | - | 14 (41.2%) | - | 7 (20.6%) | 1 (2.9%) | 4 (11.8%) | 9 (26.5%) | 18 (52.9%) |
| Cleaning staff | - | 8 (23.5%) | 6 (17.6%) | 3 (8.8%) | 2 (5.9%) | 5 (14.7%) | 7 (20.6%) | 27 (79.4%) |