Switching drills could help dentists increase the number of patients they see during the pandemic
Dentists could significantly increase the number of patients they see during the pandemic by switching the drills they use, according to new research.
The study investigated whether different drill types increased or reduced the spread of aerosol spray in a dental surgery. Reducing aerosol spray results in a safer environment for patients and the dental team.
The findings show that the time taken to prepare safe surgeries between appointments could be radically reduced by changing drills, potentially resulting in millions more treatments being carried out.