Ergonomics, Aerosol Management, & Sterilization During COVID with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz – Episode 260

Please Leave a Review! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! It’s the final A Tale of Two Hygienists episode of 2020. We made it, people! As part of the show’s year-end review, … [Read more...] about Ergonomics, Aerosol Management, & Sterilization During COVID with Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz – Episode 260

TIPisode User Tips For The Isolite From Michelle and Andrew

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Michelle and Andrew to talk about Isolite from Zyris, highlighting tips and tricks! Episode Highlights Orientation Tips and Tricks Quotes “It has always been important but no one gave two cents about it until … [Read more...] about TIPisode User Tips For The Isolite From Michelle and Andrew

Dr. Marcelo Araujo, ADA’s Chief Science Officer – OSAP Podcast

This week on The Official OSAP Podcast, Michelle is joined by ADA’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Marcelo Araujo. Michelle and Dr. Araujo discuss the new study that came out in last month’s JADA, “Estimating COVID-19 prevalence and infection control practices among US … [Read more...] about Dr. Marcelo Araujo, ADA’s Chief Science Officer – OSAP Podcast

Colonization of Legionella spp. In Dental Unit Waterlines – Science Sunday

Colonization of Legionella spp. In Dental Unit Waterlines   Legionella spp is a gram-negative bacterium that is ubiquitous in aquatic habitats, dental water lines are not exempt from their colonization. Legionella has been found in municipal water sources even after chlorination and … [Read more...] about Colonization of Legionella spp. In Dental Unit Waterlines – Science Sunday

High Volume Evacuation Units

In this video Michelle looks at various high volume evacuation units, focusing on her patient comfort, aerosol and splatter reduction, and comfort for herself as the clinician! Michelle uses the following in this video: EMS Master Piezon Unit, Dentsply Sirona Purevac HVE, Miradacto HVE from Benco, … [Read more...] about High Volume Evacuation Units

Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday

Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study The recent emergence of the novel coronavirus has many dental professionals concerned about safety, not only for the clinician but also for the patients. Aerosols are produced regularly in dental offices from … [Read more...] about Aerosol, a health hazard during ultrasonic scaling: A clinico-microbiological study – Science Sunday

Coronavirus and Dentistry with Nancy Dewhirst – Episode 25: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee

This week on The Official OSAP Podcast Michelle Lee is joined by Nancy Dewhirst for the 2nd part of their series about masks and the Coronavirus. Nancy Dewhirst is a Nationally recognized speaker, writer, and an authority on Dental safety. She is a Professor at West Coast University in Anaheim, CA. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and Dentistry with Nancy Dewhirst – Episode 25: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee

Dentistry’s Aerosols: Giving the Dangerous Bugs the Attention they Deserve – An Article by Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

Dental professionals must be aware of the potential risks involved within the dental clinic, educate themselves to prevent contamination, and protect all persons within their environment. The production of aerosols and splatter in dentistry is one of the biggest concerns about the spread of … [Read more...] about Dentistry’s Aerosols: Giving the Dangerous Bugs the Attention they Deserve – An Article by Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

Aerosols in Dental – Video

There are a few devices that can be used to protect the clinician and the patient during a dental procedure. Here are a few! … [Read more...] about Aerosols in Dental – Video