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
Article: Thanks to COVID-19, we are discussing the hierarchy of hazard controls for dentistry
COVID-19, like many other infectious diseases, will be contained someday. When that happens, the way we approach patient care will be different, and infection control practices may need to be more rigorous. But what will stay the same is the time-tested hierarchy of hazard controls.1 Since … [Read more...] about Article: Thanks to COVID-19, we are discussing the hierarchy of hazard controls for dentistry
Article: Environmental disinfection is a vital step toward preventing the spread of COVID-19
Dental professionals should be well versed in the importance of protecting patients, staff, and anyone else who enters the practice from infection. The pandemic has brought the importance of practicing good hand hygiene and the use of proper personal protective equipment into sharp focus, but it is … [Read more...] about Article: Environmental disinfection is a vital step toward preventing the spread of COVID-19
Efficacy of Disinfectant-Impregnated Wipes used for Surface Disinfection in Hospitals: A Review – Science Sunday
Efficacy of Disinfectant-impregnated Wipes used for Surface Disinfection in Hospitals: A Review The use of disinfectant wipes has become more common in hospitals and even more so in dental settings. Cross-contamination and nosocomial pathogens are a concern for hospital settings as well … [Read more...] about Efficacy of Disinfectant-Impregnated Wipes used for Surface Disinfection in Hospitals: A Review – Science Sunday
Michelle Lee talks with Jackie Dorst as she recaps OSAP’s Virtual Conference Highlights!
This week on The Official OSAP Podcast Michelle Lee, Michelle is joined by Jackie Dorst, BS, RDH! This is Jackie’s return visit to the OSAP Podcast, and this week she and Michelle talk about takeaways from the OSAP Virtual Conference. Episode Highlights In the sterilization room with … [Read more...] about Michelle Lee talks with Jackie Dorst as she recaps OSAP’s Virtual Conference Highlights!
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
Why You Will Look Forward To OSHA Training Day With Karen Daw – 246
Please Leave a Review! Continuing its series on Dental Infection Control Awareness month, Michelle is speaking with a guest who knows OSHA so well that they call her “the OSHA Lady,” and who has plenty experience reaching out to dental employees who’ve heard the same training many times … [Read more...] about Why You Will Look Forward To OSHA Training Day With Karen Daw – 246
All Things Amanda Hill Part 2 – Reflection Health Podcast
This week on Reflection Health Podcast, Machell Hudson is again joined by Amanda Hill, fellow Dental Podcast Network Host, of Your Dental Top 5. Machell and Amanda embark on a 4 part series! This is part 2 of the series! Episode Highlights Half Way Hygiene Dental Unit … [Read more...] about All Things Amanda Hill Part 2 – Reflection Health Podcast
Matt talks with Alyssa Aberle – Your ADHA Podcast
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Alyssa Aberle who Dental Hygienist in the Public Health Realm and has a unique roll within the Colorado Dental Hygienists Association! Episode Highlights Alyassa’s Background Colorado Dental Hygienists Association and Alyassa’s Role … [Read more...] about Matt talks with Alyssa Aberle – Your ADHA Podcast
Getting To Know Air Techniques – Bonus Episode
In this A Tale of Two Hygienists Bonus Episode we are joined by Christine Scherker and Nicole Miller from Air Techniques. In this episode we learn how Air Techniques came to be, as well as information on some of their most well known technology and some new products! We are also joined by Patti … [Read more...] about Getting To Know Air Techniques – Bonus Episode
