Package Description

This webinar will provide essential guidance on infection control and safety protocols in dental office settings. Participants will learn the importance of standard operating procedures, sterilization workflows, and proper labeling. The webinar will also cover instructions for use in the dental setting, the disinfection of dental operatories, and common infection control legacy errors that many overlook.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the importance of standard operating procedures in a dental office.
  2. Differentiate between effective and ineffective sterilization workflows and labeling, highlighting the impact on clinical safety and efficiency.
  3. Evaluate and propose solutions to common legacy errors in infection control, focusing on improving current practices through critical analysis and innovation.

Price:

  • Members & Non-Members: Free

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CE Credits: 1.0
Educational Method: Self-instructional (self-study)
Location: Online
Publication Date: February 2024 
Expiration Date: February 28, 2027

Speakers:

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, CDIPC

Michelle brings over twenty years of experience in the dental field, beginning as a dental assistant and earning a bachelor's degree in health science from the Medical University of South Carolina, followed by a master's in dental hygiene education from the University of Bridgeport. Her commitment to ongoing education is evident through her pursuit of various certifications, including the Certificate in Dental Infection Prevention and Control. Michelle's passion for dentistry extends beyond her practice, as demonstrated by her community and global endeavors, which include volunteer work and worldwide missions. As the owner of Level Up Infection Prevention and MichelleStrangeRDH, she continues to practice dental hygiene while sharing her expertise through various platforms. Michelle was also a co-founder of the A Tale of Two Hygienists podcast, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing the dental profession through education and collaboration.

Disclosures: No relevant financial relationships to disclose

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