Study Reveals High Prevalence of Hearing Issues in Dental Professionals Due to Occupational Noise Exposure

Posted: January 3, 2025
The article explores the impacts of hazardous noise levels on hearing loss and tinnitus in dental professionals. It emphasizes that dental professionals are at risk of occupational noise exposure due to the use of various dental equipment. The study found that a significant percentage of dental professionals exceeded the recommended hearing thresholds, with tinnitus reported in 40% of the participants. This highlights the need for increased awareness of occupational noise hazards and regular audiological monitoring in the dental profession.

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