Objective
Little knowledge exists on cross-infection risks from dental unit water systems (DUWS) in general dental practices (GDP), with no guidelines for their safe maintenance. We propose to determine quantitatively microbial contamination odes in GDP in Europe; the role of biofilms in DUWS contamination will also be assessed. The presence of pathogens (Legion Ella, Mycobacterium and hepatitis Antigen) in DUWS will be determined. We will develop a laboratory DUWS system, to determine the efficacy of current and novel control regimes under controlled, reproducible conditions. Disinfectant regimes developed in the laboratory will be assessed in site in GDPs. The project will provide evidence-based guidelines for permissible numbers of microbes in DUWS water, and recommend practical, safe and effective microbial contamination control measures.
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SP4 0JG SALISBURY
United Kingdom