Field E A, Longman L P, Al-Sharkawi M, Perrin L, Davies M
Liverpool University Dental Hospital.
Br Dent J. 1998 Jul 25;185(2):65-9. doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.4809730.
Reports of allergic reactions to natural rubber latex have increased during the past two decades with both dental personnel and patients being affected. A dental management protocol is outlined for patients who have latex allergy. This includes: the identification of patients at high risk for developing latex allergy; the creation of a controlled, 'latex free' environment in the dental surgery; and the provision of emergency drugs and equipment that are free from natural rubber latex and may be required for the management of an allergic reaction.
