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A voluntary, anonymous web-based survey consisting of questions relating to various aseptic practices used during VPT and RCT was disseminated to AVDC diplomates via an online listserv. Responses were analyzed to compare aseptic practices between the 2 procedures, evaluate the influence of years since board certification on use of aseptic practices, and assess associations between aseptic technique and antibiotic prescribing practices. A total of 103 complete responses were analyzed. Substantial variability in aseptic practices was identified. Several aseptic measures, including rubber dam use, were performed significantly more frequently during VPT than RCT (\n                    <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">P<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009&lt;\u2009.05). Rubber dam use was uncommon overall, with 64.04% of respondents never using one for VPT and 75.73% never using one for RCT. Breaches in aseptic technique were associated with increased antibiotic prescribing. 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