Infection Control for Dental Professionals – 2 Hours

Description

The Infection Control for Dental Professionals course is designed to provide the most up-to-date information on infection control practices in dentistry. It aligns with the latest CDC guidelines and emphasizes the importance of OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and the American Dental Association (ADA) recommendations. Participants will gain access to recent scientific insights and foundational principles of infection control, ensuring they are well-informed to enhance safety in their dental practices. The primary goal of the course is to equip dental professionals with essential strategies to significantly reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to implement effective measures that protect both staff and patients within dental settings.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand foundational guidelines for infection prevention in healthcare settings.
• Identify key hand hygiene practices, including handwashing and the use of hand sanitizers.
• Recognize essential personal protective equipment (PPE) for dental professionals.
• Apply techniques to reduce the risk of respiratory infections by practicing proper coughing and sneezing etiquette.
  Implement best practices for handling and disposing of sharp instruments to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Follow protocols for safe injection administration and minimize the risk of contamination.
• Use methods to reduce microbial contamination on instruments and surfaces through sterilization and disinfection.
• Maintain a clean healthcare environment with effective cleaning and disinfection procedures.
• Ensure the safety and quality of water used in dental procedures.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented infection control measures in dental practices.
• Discuss selected infectious diseases and their implications for dental care, highlighting the importance of awareness and control strategies.

Contact Hours: 2 hours

Fee: $25 /Participant

Author: Dr. Thomas Karginis, DMD, General Dentist practicing for over 25 years. 

AGD PACE Subject Code: 148 – Infectious Disease (Infection Control for Dental Professionals)

Teaching Method: An online, text-based self-study course with a post-test. This format is ideal for those who prefer independent learning at their own pace, without audio or video. Participants engage with written materials, creating a focused, distraction-free learning environment. The course also includes an assessment to evaluate understanding and retention. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass and receive a certificate of completion.

Course Completion Certificate: A Printable (PDF) Certificate By Email.

Target Audience: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Assistants.

Provider/Author Disclosure: Biologix Solutions LLC has no commercial interest in any products or services discussed or shared in this educational activity or with the commercial supporter. No manufacturer or third party has contributed to the development of the course content.

Biologix Solutions LLC – Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 4/20/2013 to 4/30/2029. Provider ID# 352738

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Biologix Solutions LLC is a nationally approved provider of online continuing education for all healthcare and on-healthcare professionals. Please visit https://blxtraining.com/accreditations/ for the complete list of approvals.

AGD PACE / CE Broker Reporting: Within 24 Hours of Completion. Fulfill Mandatory Requirements For Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.