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Cross infection control practice is essential to protect both the patient and the dentist from blood and saliva borne infectious agents, including hepatitis B, C and HIV by direct contact with contaminated instruments, fabrics and also by aerosols. Study aimed to assess the awareness regarding practices related to infection control among dental student in Patna city. Material and Methods: This was a cross sectional study which was carried out in one of the dental teaching institutions in Patna City. The subjects comprised of 180 dental students. The study subjects were third year; final year and Intern students which were selected using convenience sampling technique. Their knowledge pertaining to infection control practices were assessed using a pretested self administered questionnaire. The questionnaire collected information on socio demographic characteristics, and knowledge regarding infection control practices. Data were analyzed using SPSS software v20. Frequency distribution analysis and Chi sq tests were performed. p value<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The dental student had adequate knowledge regarding personal protective measures and cross infection control but improvement was needed in areas of biomedical waste handling and disposal. Conclusion: A dental surgeon must take adequate protection to prevent spread of harmful disease to self and other patients. Consequently inter-appointment disinfection of clinic surfaces is required to reduce the cross infection hazard.

Awareness Regarding Practices Related to Infection Control among Dental Students in Patna City