Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 102, Issue 2, 173-176
Copyright © 1981 by American Dental Association
Hepatitis B virus: an overview for dentists
SS Rothstein,
HS Goldman,
and
AS Arcomano
Hepatitis B has been singled out as a condition of special concern to dentists as it is frequently severe and debilitating. A review of the literature shows a significant and increasing risk of hepatitis among dentists, especially oral surgeons. Concern is directed toward dentists who contract the disease as well as those who transmit the infection.