Protective Eyewear Purpose — NDEB AFK MCQ
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Correct answer: D — To protect the clinician's eyes from aerosols, splatter, and projectile debris
Face shields and protective eyewear are mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) during dental procedures to protect the clinician's eyes from aerosols, splatter (blood, saliva, debris), chemical splashes (NaOCl, etch gel), and projectile fragments (amalgam, calculus, tooth fragments). They are part of standard precautions along with gloves, masks, and clinical attire. The COVID-19 pandemic reinforced the importance of face shields in reducing exposure to respiratory aerosols.
Reference: CDC – Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings, 2003