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Environmental Hygiene: Solutions from Top to Bottom
Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 6/7/16     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 6/7/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The key to infection prevention and safety includes addressing potential cross-contamination from environmental surfaces. To assist the dental healthcare professional, this CE webinar will address: • Identification of housekeeping and clinical surfaces • Proper surface pre-cleaning and disinfection • Selection of appropriate disinfectants for tasks • Safe use and handling of chemicals • Appropriate use of impervious surface barriers


Clean Hands, Healthier Lives
Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter
CE Supporter: Clorox Healthcare
Release Date: 4/13/16     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 4/13/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Hand, hands, hands - keep them clean to keep it safe! Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of disease and keep your dental patients and practitioners safe. In this webinar, Dr. Carpenter will review hand hygiene basics: what hand hygiene is, why it is so important, when to practice it, and how to pick the right products for different situations.


Infection Control for Dental Technology Equipment
Presenter: Jackie Dorst, RDH, BS
CE Supporter: SciCan
Release Date: 2/18/16     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 2/18/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Jackie Dorst’s CE webinar provides the latest infection control and sterilization protocols. She will review proper techniques and product selection for effective cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of clinical technology equipment. Attendees will learn how to implement efficient infection control systems to protect equipment and provide safety for patients and the dental team.


Manufacturer’s IFUs – What Are They & Why They Are So Important
Presenter: Chuck Hughes
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 11/24/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 11/24/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar discusses manufacturer’s written instructions for use (IFU) for reusable medical devices used in dentistry. Instrument reprocessing is a critical aspect of patient safety and must be done in accordance with the instrument manufacturer’s written IFU for cleaning, inspection, packaging and sterilization. Information regarding where to secure IFUs and who will be asking to see them will be discussed, along with a number of dental examples that conflict with best practices.


Staying Safe and Healthy, from Check-in to Check-out
Presenter: Noel Kelsch, RDH
CE Supporter: COLTENE
Release Date: 11/19/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 11/19/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will review proper infection control techniques and concepts in the dental setting from the front desk to the operatory. Focusing on emerging diseases it will give the clinician systems and tools for prevention of influenza and contagious diseases in is dental setting.


Take Control: Smart Systems for Productivity and Order
Presenter: Karen Siebert, RDH, MA
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 11/16/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 11/16/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Are you looking to increase productivity and simplify office protocols? A few key changes in routine and armamentarium may be the answer you have been searching for. In this CE webinar, learn how to maximize productivity with smart technology and organizational systems such as automated washers and cassette systems. Discover the benefits of taking an inventory of current practices and update those that can be streamlined to reduce stress and achieve the quality care your patients expect.


Jump In...The Water's Clean
Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 10/21/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 10/21/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Providing clean, safe dental water is critical to implementing and maintaining effective infection control protocols. Challenges of basic equipment design and tubing contribute to the development of biofilm in dental unit waterlines. This CE webinar will include compliance with current guidelines related to microbiological water standards and protocol recommendations for best treatment of DUWL protocols to ensure patient and clinician safety.


Five Critical Minutes: Instrument Reprocessing Update 2015
Presenter: Karen Siebert, RDH, MA
CE Supporter: Air Techniques
Release Date: 9/8/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 9/8/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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During this CE webinar, the student will • define and discern between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization • know CDC and OSHA protocol for complete instrument reprocessing • establish an efficient and effective instrument reprocessing routine


Can't Touch This - How to Optimize Cleaning and Surface Disinfection in the Clinical Setting
Presenter: Debbie Zafiropoulos, RDH
CE Supporter: Air Techniques
Release Date: 8/25/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 8/25/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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During this CE webinar, the student will • learn if they are adhering to the CDC and OSAP guidelines for infection control on clinical contact surfaces • create or update their office checklist for efficient infection control protocols • be more knowledgeable on the properties of ideal surface disinfectants that will not destroy material integrity but will also enforce infection control protocol


Masks: Face the Facts
Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 3/5/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 3/5/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Selecting the appropriate face mask is a key component to minimize the spread of potentially infectious diseases. Fit, filtration, materials, construction are all factors when considering personal protective equipment and this CE webinar provides a comprehensive overview of each.


Best Practices vs. Common Practices in Instrument Processing
Presenter: Chuck Hughes
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 3/4/15     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 3/4/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar reviews what’s new in instrument processing for both HLD and sterilization. AAMI standards and CDC guidelines for reprocessing instruments and reuseable devices are referenced with specific instructions for use (IFU) examples.


Emerging Disease: Fact vs. Myth - A Live Q&A with Dr. Molinari, Director of Infection Control, THE DENTAL ADVISOR
Presenter: Dr. John Molinari and Peri Nelson
CE Supporter: Dental Advisor
Release Date: 11/19/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 11/19/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The emphasis of the course will be on educating professionals on proper Infection Control Guidelines. Education and practice will reduce panic associated with misinformation. This brief CE webinar and live Q&A session will serve dental professionals worldwide in practicing proper infection control methods.


Bioburden in Tips
Presenter: Nancy Andrews, RDH
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 11/18/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 11/18/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Dental handpieces attached to hoses, including air-water syringe tips, utilize water and air that must be started and stopped repeatedly. The dynamics of that process may result in retraction of debris and pathogens, known as bio-burden, back into the handpieces. This CE webinar explores the reasons for this and solutions to the problem. Learn reasonable ways to manage the contamination of dental equipment.


Traveling the Instrument Processing Pathway
Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent
CE Supporter: SciCan
Release Date: 10/29/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 10/29/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will describe the steps involved in cleaning, packaging, sterilizer loading and storage practices that are essential to ensure that instruments are safe for reuse. The focus will be on the selection and use of procedures and products that reinforce safety and maximize infection control goals.


Common Violations in Surface Disinfection
Presenter: Noel Kelsch, RDH
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 10/22/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 10/22/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Understanding the use and regulations surrounding surface disinfectants is vital in the dental setting. This CE webinar will review the common errors in utilizing disinfectants and help the dental professional evaluate products.


Hands Free – It’s the Law: Safe Instrument Processing
Presenter: Kristy Menage Bernie, RDH, MS, RYT
CE Supporter: Air Techniques
Release Date: 10/2/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 10/2/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Non-scrub technique has long been held as the standard for safe instrument processing. Contaminated sharps represent a potential hazard to the healthcare provider as well as patients. This CE webinar will overview the mandates from OSHA and state regulations regarding instrument processing. In addition, the latest innovations in contaminated instrument management will be presented.


Infection Control in the Real Dental World
Presenter: Debbie Zafiropoulos, RDH
CE Supporter: Air Techniques
Release Date: 9/30/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 9/30/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This thought provoking CE webinar is open to Dentists, Registered Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Office Managers, Students and Interns. Our goal is to provide all positions of the dental team ways to implement more effective methods of infection control and sterilization that ensures patient safety but also safe from long term exposure of chemicals and aerosols to the dental team.


Optimizing Safety and Care of Clinical Surfaces
Presenter: Nancy Andrews, RDH
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 8/12/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 8/12/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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When time and cost impact your infection control decisions, safety for clinicians and patients should not be compromised. This CE webinar explores time and cost-efficient infection control options to manage clinical surfaces, equipment and supplies. Create a culture of safety in your office, without creating a "culture of slow"!


Work Smart, Clean Smart
Presenter: Dr. Lori Trost
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 7/28/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 7/28/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Everyday busy team members are faced with the responsibility to clean and process dental instruments and equipment. Does your current infection system protocol meet standards, reduce sharps’ risk, while providing efficiency? This CE webinar will demonstrate how you can work smarter, improve time management, and with less labor.


What’s Bugging the Dentist: Instrument Processing, Sterilization and Waterlines
Presenter: Dr. John Molinari and Peri Nelson
CE Supporter: Dental Advisor
Release Date: 5/5/14     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 5/5/27
CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study)
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Join us for an interactive, LIVE Q&A session with Dr. Molinari and Peri Nelson! In this 2 hour CE webinar, attendees will learn the key points of infection control in the following areas: instrument reprocessing, washer/disinfectors, sterilization monitoring and sterilizers, and waterline treatment.


Efficient and Effective Instrument Processing for Dental Teams
Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 10/14/13     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 10/14/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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This CE webinar will discuss one of the most critical steps in instrument processing – instrument cleaning. It is well-documented in the research that instrument sterilization is not effective if the instruments are not clean and free of debris. Learn about the latest developments in cleaning solutions and techniques, compare the efficiency and effectiveness of ultrasonic cleaners vs. instrument washers and other techniques to enhance instrument processing and safety.


Hand Hygiene: Keeping It Fresh - and Clean!
Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent
CE Supporter: Air Techniques
Release Date: 9/10/13     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 9/10/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Hands are the most common mode of disease transmission in any health care setting. This webinar will discuss the importance of hand hygiene in dentistry as it pertains to infection prevention. The CDC Guidelines for hand hygiene, hand washing and antisepsis will be addressed. Product selection and the importance of skin care will be discussed.


What’s Bugging The Dentist?
Presenter: Dr. John Molinari
CE Supporter: Dental Advisor
Release Date: 9/9/13     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 9/9/27
CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study)
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Join us for an interactive, LIVE Q&A session with Dr. Molinari! In this course, attendees will learn the key points of infection control in the following areas: • Personal Protective Equipment: Choosing the right gloves, masks, and face shields • Surface disinfection: Cleaning versus disinfection and what to look for in a product • Hand Hygiene: Product usage tips as well as ways to treat skin irritation and allergies


Sterility Assurance: Begin with the End in Mind
Presenter: Ms. Leann Keefer, RDH, MSM
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 12/11/12     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 12/11/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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The adage, “what you can’t see won’t hurt you” can have disastrous consequences related to infection prevention. The ultimate goal of instrument processing is to provide sterile patient care items. This CE webinar will review the basic premise of sterility assurance including instrument packaging, sterilization, and biological monitoring processes.


Infection Control in Dental Practice: A Practical Approach
Presenter: Eve Cuny
CE Supporter: Viva Learning
Release Date: 6/5/12     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 6/5/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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Made possible through the support of Miele Inc., this fast-paced CE webinar provides an overview of best practices for infection control in dentistry with an emphasis on how to adapt guidelines and recommendations into every day practice.


On the Level: The New ASTM F2100 Mask Performance Rating
Presenter: Kathleen Stoessel, RN, BSN, MS
CE Supporter: Halyard
Release Date: 2/7/12     Reviewed: 2024
Expiration Date: 2/7/27
CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study)
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In the healthcare setting, choosing the appropriate face mask is a key component in minimizing the spread of potentially infectious diseases. This CE webinar will review mask recommendations for dental professionals and to discuss the roles of the FDA and ASTM as relates to medical face masks. The new ASTM F2100-11 mask performance rating will be described with a review of how this new rating can assist with appropriate mask selection.


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