When should gloves, masks, eye protection, and gowns be worn in the dental setting?

When should gloves, masks, eye protection, and gowns be worn in the dental setting?

• A. Gloves for patient contact and instrument handling; masks and eye protection when aerosols are generated or there is a risk of splash; gowns when clothing is likely to be contaminated; changed between patients.
• B. Gloves only for the dentist; masks never; eye protection optional; gowns never.
• C. PPE is only required for sterile procedures.
• D. PPE is worn after the patient leaves and never reused.

Answer: (A)