Abstract: An aerosol containment device is designed for use in containing aerosols discharged during a dental procedure. In some embodiments, the aerosol containment device includes a vacuum source, a vacuum hose connected to the vacuum source, a manifold connected to the vacuum hose, and a clear plastic shield connected to the manifold. The manifold includes a front inlet, a rear discharge connected to the vacuum hose, and a plenum extending between the front inlet and the rear discharge. In some embodiments, the manifold includes a plurality of entry vanes adjacent to the front inlet and a plurality of interior foils connected to the entry vanes. In other embodiments, the manifold includes a plurality of entry vanes adjacent to the front inlet and a plurality of interior vanes connected to the entry vanes. In other embodiments, the manifold does not include entry vanes, interior vanes, or interior foils.