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DENTAL

GLOVES
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DENTAL GLOVE
Dentistry being a hands-on profession,
requires dentists to wear gloves 40 or
more hours a week, to protect
themselves from exposure to
pathogens in the patients saliva and
blood. It also serves as a barrier from
the harsh and irritating antiseptic
solutions that are used during
treatment. In addition to protecting
the dentist, wearing gloves is a key
factor in prevention of transmissible
infection for patients. Although
disposable latex gloves were
introduced in 1958, the use of gloves
to treat patients in dentistry began in
the late 1980s, owing the transmission
of pathogens such as HIV.
IMPORTANCE OF
GLOVE USE IN
DENTISTRY:

Protection of dental professionals from dangerous infections is a major safety


issue. It is further important to prevent cross infection, considering that the
dentists hands come in contact with the patients blood and saliva. In the age
of several epidemiologically significant pathogens like the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV), drug resistant bacteria such as methicillin
resistant- Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), viral hepatitis and others, glove
usage in dentistry is of paramount importance, also considering the small
working area of dentists. Adhering to the personal protection protocols can
result in a drastic decrease in the risk of transmission of diseases from
patients to dentists, vice versa and also between patients.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF
GLOVES
IN FORMER TIMES THE TWO TYPES OF GLOVE CHOICES AVAILABLE WERE

01 LATEX

VINYL 02

NOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF VARIOUS SYNTHETIC MATERIALS HAS RESULTED IN A RANGE


OF GLOVES TO CHOOSE FROM.
EACH OF THE MATERIALS HAVE THEIR STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES. THEREFORE, IT IS IN
THE HANDS OF THE DENTISTS TO CHOOSE THE GLOVE TYPES THAT BEST SUITS THEIR
NEEDS. THE BASE GLOVE MATERIAL IS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR IN ASSESSING BARRIER
INTEGRITY OF THE GLOVE.
NATURAL RUBBER
LATEX GLOVES:
Gloves made from natural rubber
latex account to the a major portion
of the gloves being manufactured and
used. NRL is produced from the Hevea
brasiliensus tree. They have been
considered gold standard since their
introduction and for many years NRL
was the only material used to
manufacture gloves. They come in
powdered and non-powdered
varieties, the powdered alternative
facilitating easier donning of gloves.
ADVANTAGES OF LATEX GLOVES:

Excellent barrier protection


High stretchability and durability
Comfort and tactile sensitivity
Produced from a renewable resource
Low in cost

DISADVANTAGES OF LATEX GLOVES:

Must not be worn by individuals with


latex allergy
Not recommended for use with certain
chemicals
Ozone, oxygen and UV light can
deteriorate the gloves
NITRILE GLOVES:
Nitrile a synthetic elastomeric
polymer of carboxylated butadiene
and acrylonitrile was a material
developed during World War II as a
result of latex shortage. However, it
was not available commercially until
1969. Nitrile gloves are a suitable
alternative for individuals with latex
allergy. They are often referred as
medical grade. Before they are
allowed into the market, they must
undergo a series of tests conducted
by the FDA, ensuring their durability.
ADVANTAGES OF NITRILE GLOVES:

Alternative for individuals with latex related


allergies
Resistant to glutaraldehydes and other
chemicals
Excellent durability
Highly resistant to punctures

DISADVANTAGES OF NITRILE GLOVES:

Susceptible to deterioration by ozone,


UV light and oxygen.
If breached, tears easily.
VINYL GLOVES:

Polyvinyl chloride is a thermoplastic


glass at room temperature. When
plasticized to reduce its hardness it
can be used as a glove material. Vinyl
was produces as a synthetic
alternative to latex gloves. But the
high rates of failure (as high as 68%)
have questioned the safety of using
vinyl gloves for surgical procedures.
New vinyl blends in the market have
been designed to ensure a better fit
and comfort of use.
ADVANTAGES OF VINYL GLOVES:

An alternative for natural rubber latex


Not affected by ozone or UV light
Less expensive than other variants

DISADVANTAGES OF VINYL GLOVES:

Less durability
Not recommended for use with chemicals
such as glutaraldehydes and others
Poor puncture and tear resistance.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT
DENTAL GLOVE?

Being the consumable that is


used most often by dentists, it
is highly significant to choose
the right glove to aid the
dentist in treating his patients.
The following parameters
should be assessed before
choosing gloves:
GLOVE SIZE:
Choosing the right size of gloves is an important criterion when it comes
selecting gloves for use. A glove too loose or too tight may hinder the dentist to
perform to his/her full potential and tends to be inconvenient. Gloves are
available in sizes ranging from XS to XL. The corresponding measurement the
hand is to be done as follows:

Face the palm of your hands upwards and stretch the thumb out
Measure the circumference of the hand (in inches) around the V of the
thumb i.e excluding the thumb in the measurement.
Glove size is a key factor in determining performance. Gloves too large may
result in adverse dexterity and too small a glove size can result in hand
fatigue.
GLOVE SIZES XS S M L XL

Mens
Measurements 6 - 7 7 - 8 8- 9 9- 10 10 - 11

Womens
Measurements 6- 6 6 - 7 7 - 7 7 - 8 8 - 8

GLOVE THICKNESS:

It is recommended that surgical gloves must be atleast 0.10mm thi

TENSILE STRENGTH:

Tensile strength measured in megapascals (MPa) is the force required to


stretch the glove until it breaks. The higher the number, higher the gloves
resistance to tear.
Acceptable quality level is the barrier
ACCEPTABLE
protection confidence level. Lower AQL
QUALITY LEVEL represents a higher quality product, which
(AQL): means that the manufacturing process
allowed fewer defects.

It is the force required to stretch a glove to


twice its length. It is also known as the
modulus an is measured in megapascal
STRESS AT (MPa). Stretch at 500% elongation is a
500% measure of comfort. Lower the number,
softer and more comfortable is the glove.
ELONGATION: However comfort is also affected by other
factors such as the fit of the glove and
glove thickness

It is the measure of how far the original


length of the glove can be stretched before
ULTIMATE it breaks. For example if a 1 inch sample can
ELONGATION: be stretched to 9 inches before it breaks
then the elongation is 800%. Higher the
number, stronger the glove.
DOS AND DONTS OF DENTAL GLOVE
USE:

DOS:

Inspect gloves for barrier breaches such as tears or pinholes before and after
wearing them.
Ensure proper fit of the gloves
Change examination gloves frequently and surgical gloves periodically during
longer surgical proceures.
If a breach is suspected or realized it is necessary to change gloves.
Keeping fingernails trimmed and not wearing jewelry can help reduce the risk of
perforation.
Tape and adhesive materials should be used with caution as they may cause tear of
the gloves.
When double gloving change both gloves and wash hands
Rotating glove stock is significant. The first gloves in should be the first gloves out.
Gloves are to be kept in their original packing.
DOS AND DONTS OF DENTAL GLOVE
USE:

DONTS:

Reuse or decontaminate single use gloves.


Use a glove that feels too brittle or weak
Store gloves near heaters, sterilizers, air conditioners or x-ray units.
Keep gloves on for tasks such as using the computer or a pen and other
noninvasive patient interventions.
DIFFERENT BRANDS OF DENTAL
GLOVES AVAILABLE ONLINE IN INDIA ?

DISPODENT
RAMSONS
IONEER
CRANBERRY
TRIKASAFE
BLOSSOM
SURAKSHA
AND OTHERS ARE A FEW BRANDS
THAT SELL DENTAL GLOVES ONLINE
AT PINKBLUE.IN
WHY BUY DENTAL
GLOVES ONLINE AT
PINKBLUE.IN?
PinkBlue.in is the leading supplier of
dental materials online in the country.
Our teams work efficiently to ensure
fast delivery of quality products to
dentists. At PinkBlue you have a
comprehensive catalog of products to
choose from, with the best prices
available online, to suit the needs of
every dentist. Only a few simple steps
are required to place your order and
various payment options such as cash
on delivery (CoD), net banking, credit
and debit cards, to complete your
payment.
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