Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) should the clinician wear during air polishing procedures?

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When considering PPE for air polishing procedures, it is important to evaluate protection for both splash/particle exposure and aerosol dispersion.
Option 1: 'Face shield and facemask' provides broad protection, shielding the eyes, face, and mucous membranes from splatter and aerosols, while the facemask filters inhaled air. This combination is commonly recommended for air polishing to protect both the clinician's face and respiratory tract.
Option 2: 'Face shield only.' While the face shield protects the face from splatter, it does not provide respiratory protection. Without a mask, the clinician could inhale aerosols, making this choice incomplete.
Option 3: 'Safety glasses and facemask.' Safety glasses offer eye protection, but they do not cover the entire face like a shield, leaving areas such as the cheeks and mouth more exposed to splatter. The shield adds broader facial coverage that glasses alone cannot supply.
Option 4: 'Safety glasses only.' This option fails to provide respiratory protection (mask) and does not protect the entire face from potential splatter, making it inadequate for procedures generating aerosols and debris.
In summary, the combination of a face shield with a facemask delivers comprehensive protection against both splatter and inhalation hazards during air polishing, whereas the other options miss one or more critical protective elements.

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