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The aim is to assess the prevalence and risk factors for noise-induced hearing loss among dental personnel due to occupational noise exposure.

February 22, 2026Safety and Health at WorkOpen Access

Noise-induced Hearing Loss Among Dental Personnel in a University Hospital: Occupational Noise Exposure and Lifestyle Factors — A Cross-sectional Analytical Study

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Cross-sectional analysis assesses noise-induced hearing loss in dental personnel, suggesting preventive strategies.

The aim is to assess the prevalence and risk factors for noise-induced hearing loss among dental personnel due to occupational noise exposure.
Cross-sectional study design involving 184 staff members at a university dental hospital
Data collection through questionnaires, otoscopic examinations, pure-tone audiometry, and workplace noise measurements
Assessment of lifestyle factors such as tobacco and alcohol consumption
30.4% of participants exhibited hearing loss
Higher risks of hearing loss were found in individuals over 30 years old and those consuming tobacco or alcohol
Caffeine consumption showed a protective effect against hearing loss

Choosong et al. (2026) studied this question.

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