Dental Water Quality Assurance Program (On-Demand)

This presentation will describe the nature and health implications of microbial contamination in dental equipment and discuss current methods for prevention remediation and monitoring water used for dental treatment. An overview of the Dental Unit Water Quality: Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention White Paper and Recommendations - 2018  will be presented.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. Explain the nature of biofilm and the healthcare concerns associated with exposure to water from dental equipment with high levels of bacterial contamination. 
2. Describe how the design of dental unit water systems favors the growth and persistence of biofilm. 
3. Demonstrate methods for prevention remediation and monitoring water used for dental treatment 
4. Summarize the key elements of Dental Unit Water Quality: Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention White Paper and Recommendations– 2018 

Steps to Complete Course:

1. Click on On-Demand Recording below and watch the video
2. Complete the Assessment (requires a passing score of 70%)
3. Complete the Evaluation 
   • Once you complete the Evaluation, you can find your CE Certificate under MY ACCOUNT > MY CERTIFICATES