Polymer waste and pollution in oral healthcare clinics: a systematic review

This review highlights critical knowledge gaps about polymer waste and pollution in oral healthcare clinics. The variability of study designs limited the feasibility of meta-analysis. Current evidence indicates substantial polymer waste generation, particularly from single-use items, as well as potential environmental impacts from monomeric eluates and polymer microparticles. Future research should focus on sustainable polymer waste management solutions to reduce environmental pollution in oral healthcare settings