Sharps disposal practices of Filipino dentists in Quezon City

Of all the wastes generated by the dental office, disposable sharp instruments (i.e. needles and blades) have the greatest potential of transmitting blood-borne diseases because of its ability to puncture the skin. Careless handling and disposal of this type of waste creates a hazard to the dental p...

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Main Author:	Lucido, Lavinia Marie H.
Other Authors:	Mejia, Mary Anne Margareth A., Boncan, Ricardo (Adviser)
Format:	Thesis
Language:	English
Subjects:	Dental waste. Cross infection. Waste management.