Farida Rashid, Musakhar Z Butt.
Spread of Hepatitis through orthodontic clinics.
Pak Oral Dental J Jan ;26(1):51-4.

The article deals with the spread of hepatitis through orthodontic clinics. It is the general impression amongst the orthodontists that as metallic wires, brackets etc do not come in contact with the blood therefore strict sterilization of orthodontic instruments & materials is not necessary. That is a serious miscalculation. Neglecting to take history of orthodontic patients increases the risks of spreading the disease. Moreover, accidental injury to the soft tissues through metal wires, brackets and ortho instruments is possible. Cold sterilization is not effective. Complete sterilization through aulave or dry heat sterilizer is a must. An orthodontist must have a clear knowledge of the etiology, signs, symptoms and mode of spread of this disease to safeguard the interest of his patients.

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