The adage, "what you can't see, won't hurt you" can have disastrous consequences when applied to infection prevention. Fit, filtration, materials, and construction are all factors when considering personal protective equipment and this course provides a comprehensive overview of each. In addition, the appropriate barrier level of a mask must be selected based on the anticipated level of risk during a given procedure.
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Infection Control
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Residual burnished calculus is a significant, persistent problem for all clinicians who perform non-surgical periodontal instrumentation. This presentation will discuss the causes of burnishing including the most common hand and ultrasonic instrumentation errors. The best hand instruments, ultrasonic tips, and techniques for detection and removal of burnished calculus will be identified with practical tips on how to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.
This course will review the background and update on current recommendations and guidelines including the recently released 2016 Centers for Disease Control Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings. Stressing the essential value of breaking the chain of infection at every level, attendees will return to their offices equipped with practical, clearly defined steps to ensure adequate infection control in the dental setting.
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Infection Control
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This course is for:Dentists, Staff, Assistants, Hygienists