Issue Date
2006
Abstract
The purpose of this pilot study was to survey dentists in the St. Louis area to assess their subjective opinion of commonly used dental handpieces as well as history of noise exposure and use of hearing protection. Selected handpieces were then chosen to measure their output levels and determine if emissions are hazardous to the auditory system.
Language
English
Publisher
Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences, Washington University School of Medicine
Subject (MeSH)
Noise; Hearing Loss, Noise-Induced; Dentists
Document Type
Thesis
Advisor
Clark, William W.
Recommended Citation
Bono, Susanna Storm, "Are there hazardous auditory effects of high-frequency turbines and ultrasonic dental scalers on dental professionals?" (2006). Independent Studies and Capstones. Paper 203. Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences, Washington University School of Medicine.
https://digitalcommons.wustl.edu/pacs_capstones/203
