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Latex Allergy
Resource Guide | Complete Guide | Dentistry
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(Copyright 2005)
ISBN 0975973517)
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60 Page Booklet describing some of the considerations to take into account when creating a latex-free dental office. References updated 2014
Table of Contents
Section One: Understanding Latex Allergy
- Distinguishing Between Contact Dermatitis & Latex Allergy
- What is Latex?
- Brief History of the Problem
- Prevalence of Latex Allergy
- Why Dentists Should be Concerned?
- Latex-Free vs. Latex-Safe
- Insurance and Legal Consideration
Section Two: Development, Symptoms, & Testing of Latex Allergy
- How Latex Allergy Develops
- Who is Most at Risk?
- Persons at Risk for Developing a Type I Latex Allergy
- Symptoms of Latex Allergy and Contact Dermatitis
- Managing the Symptoms of Exposure
- Treatment of Anaphylaxis
- Routes of Latex Exposure
- Cross-Reactivity & Latex Exposed Food
- Cross-Reactive Foods Cross-reactivity & latex exposed food
- Diagnosis and Testing
Section Three:How to Prevent Latex Allergy at Your Dental Office
- Minimizing the Risks
- Latex vs. Synthetic Gloves
- Criteria for Gloves Selection
- Glove Use
- General Guidelines for Proper Glove Use and Hand Hygiene
- Develop a Policy for Creating a Latex-Safe Office
- Basic Considerations for a Latex-Safe Work Environment
Section Four: Treatment of the Latex-Allergic Patient
- Managing the Risks
- Advanced Preparation
- Establishing Environmental Controls
- Thorough Cleaning
- Maintaining Ventilation Systems
- Miscellaneous Considerations
- Inventory Latex-Containing Dental Materials
- Patient Screening
- What to Look For in Patient Screening
- Patient Screening Follow-Up
- Before the Patient Arrives
- Prepare a Latex-Free Cart
- During Patient Treatment
Latex-Free Dental Materials
- Considerations for Gutta Percha
- Considerations for Laboratory Work
- Considerations for All Dental Materials
- Dental Materials That Frequently Contain Latex
- Other Common Materials That Frequently Contain Latex
End Notes
Appendix 1: Alternative Materials List
Appendix 2: Dental Supply Links (Manufacturers & Suppliers)
Appendix 3: Glove Types & Indications
Appendix 4: Glove Materials & Uses
Appendix 5: Patient Screening Questionnaire (Short Form)
Appendix 6: Patient Screening Questionnaire (Long Form)
Appendix 7: Useful Web Links
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