xploring perceptions of workplacebased risks and hazards: A study of dental assisting students at a South African university of technology
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Occupational health, hazards, risks, dental education, curriculumAbstract
Dental assistants play a vital role in delivering four-handed dentistry and oral healthcare to patients. However, they face many risks and hazards at work that could negatively affect their physical and emotional health. These may range from mental health problems to chemical exposure, infectious diseases, and ergonomic issues.
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