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Classification of Common Dental Items
Critical instruments: are surgical and other instruments used to penetrate soft tissue or bone.
Semi-critical instruments: are surgical and other instruments that are not used to penetrate soft tissue or bone, but contact oral tissue.
Non-critical instruments and devices: are instruments and devices that contact intact skin.
Personal Protective Equipment: includes items such as gloves, masks, protective eyewear and protective attire (gown/labcoats) which are intended to prevent exposure to blood and body fluids.
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Microorganisms
