February, a month of many observations, is also American Heart Month. American Heart Month, proclaimed in 1964, recognizes the importance of cardiovascular health as heart disease continues to be the number one killer of Americans. Many organizations, such as the American Heart Association and the … [Read more...] about Heart Health Month – A Blog Post By Lacy Walker, RDH
What to do when dentist thinks COVID is a ‘joke’ – Article
As dental hygienists who also serve as consultants, we’ve heard these and similar concerns often since dental practices reopened. This question covers much of what we’ve heard. “My boss thinks COVID-19 is a joke. He wears the same mask for weeks, he has not washed his gown since we returned to … [Read more...] about What to do when dentist thinks COVID is a ‘joke’ – Article
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
Implementing Antibiotic Stewardship into your practice with Dr. Erinne Kennedy – 245
Please Leave a Review! Continuing its series on Dental Infection Control Awareness month, A Tale of Two Hygienists had the opportunity to speak with a dentist specializing in the tightrope walk of prescribing patients the dosage of antibiotics that works best for them while avoiding antibiotic … [Read more...] about Implementing Antibiotic Stewardship into your practice with Dr. Erinne Kennedy – 245
Transmission of Blood-borne Pathogens in US Dental Health Care Settings – Science Sunday
Transmission of Blood-borne Pathogens in US Dental Health Care Settings The transmission of blood-borne pathogens (BBP) in a dental setting is exceedingly rare. The low rate of transmission can be attributed to the hepatitis B virus vaccine and the implementation of universal … [Read more...] about Transmission of Blood-borne Pathogens in US Dental Health Care Settings – Science Sunday
Hand Sanitizer – Chairside Chat with Henry Schein
Best Practices for Dental Infection Control During COVID-19 Checklist with Karen Gregory – The Official OSAP Podcast
This week on The Official OSAP Podcast Michelle Lee, Michelle talks with Karen Gregory, Editor in Chief of the new “Best Practices for Dental Infection Control During COVID-19” checklist. Karen discusses the steps to development, the team of SMEs that worked on the project, and how it assists dental … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Dental Infection Control During COVID-19 Checklist with Karen Gregory – The Official OSAP Podcast
Infection Control Standards with Leslie Canham – Episode 29: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee
In this episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, Michelle interviews Leslie Canham. Leslie and Michelle talk about COVID-19 and Infection Control Standards and how we can move forward through this difficult time. Episode Highlights: Leslie’s Background COVID-19 and … [Read more...] about Infection Control Standards with Leslie Canham – Episode 29: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee
Dental Unit Water Lines: Top 5 – Episode 13: Your Dental Top 5 with Amanda Hill
This week on Your Dental Top 5 Podcast Amanda Hill discusses the Top 5 steps you need to take with your Dental Unit Water Lines. Amanda brings us information she has learned from the experts in the field, the CDC, OSHA, and OSAP. Episode Highlights Shocking Lines/ … [Read more...] about Dental Unit Water Lines: Top 5 – Episode 13: Your Dental Top 5 with Amanda Hill
Dental Water Line Maintenance with Dr. Shannon Mills – Episode 22: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee
On this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, Michelle is joined by Dr. Shannon Mills and discuss dental water line maintenance. Dr. Mills graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1977 and completed a two-year general dentistry residency at Wilford Hall US Air Force … [Read more...] about Dental Water Line Maintenance with Dr. Shannon Mills – Episode 22: The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee
