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It is now recognised that water delivered to dental handpieces and air/water syringes via dental unit water systems may become significantly contaminated with micro-organisms which originate from the incoming water supply and, to a lesser extent, with oral micro-organisms. The purpose of this article is to review the literature relating to the risks associated with contamination of dental unit water systems and methods which may be used to minimise these risks
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Fayle, S., Pollard, M. Decontamination of dental unit water systems: a review of current recommendations. Br Dent J 181, 369–372 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4809262
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4809262
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