Online Dental CE

The Top 3 Infection Control Mistakes You (Probably) Don’t Know You’re Making Reserve Seat Presenter: Amanda Hill, RDH CE Supporter: Midmark Dental Wed  7/9/25    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Wed  7/9/25    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

This compelling CE webinar highlights the top three infection control missteps that occur in dental settings, often without detection. Infection prevention is essential for safe and high-quality dental care, yet many practices may be unknowingly falling short. Explore the causes and consequences of poor waterline maintenance, improper sterilization practices, and incomplete documentation. Through real-world examples and practical tips, attendees will learn how to close these gaps and implement solutions, including digital alternatives, that enhance compliance and efficiency. This webinar empowers dental professionals to raise their infection prevention game with actionable next steps to provide meaningful improvements. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Dental Unit Waterline Contamination: What's in Your Water? Reserve Seat Presenter: Tija Hunter, CDA CE Supporter: Solmetex Wed  8/20/25    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Wed  8/20/25    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Although we have talked about water lines and the contaminants they carry for over 30 years in dentistry, we have done little to address the issue. Several communities across the nation seeing the effects of improper protocols, or none at all. Dental offices must address this issue now head-on. There is so much misinformation out there on how to properly clean and maintain your water lines, it's important we get the best information to learn what needs to be done and create a protocol for our practices. Knowing is half the battle!
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Would You Pass the Test? What Waterlines Reveal About Your Infection Control Protocols Reserve Seat Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH CE Supporter: Solmetex Mon  8/25/25    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Mon  8/25/25    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

If your waterline test results were a grade, would you proudly post them on the fridge or toss them in the trash? This CE webinar is your mid-year reality check. Dental Infection Control Awareness Month isn’t just a poster. It’s your chance to stop and ask questions that actually matter. We’re using dental unit waterline testing as the lens to evaluate your protocols, products, and people. Because clean waterlines don’t happen by accident. And if things are falling apart here, they’re probably falling apart somewhere else too. Not sure this is for you? Quick check: Should you test your waterlines before you shock or after? If you’re not sure, if you’re second-guessing yourself, or if you don’t even know what a waterline test looks like, then this webinar is for you. DICAM is the perfect time to check your protocols, retrain your team, and fix what’s been quietly breaking down behind the scenes. Stop guessing. Start testing. Use what you find to level up.
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Enhancing Operational Readiness: Optimizing SOPs, Documentation, Continuity Planning Reserve Seat Presenter: Sherrie Busby, EDDA, CDSO, CDIPC CE Supporter: Solmetex Thu  9/18/25    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Thu  9/18/25    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

In a fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment, well-maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are critical to ensuring consistency, efficiency, and resilience. This CE webinar equips teams with the tools and strategies needed to evaluate, update, and manage SOPs effectively—ensuring they are clear, accessible, and aligned with current workflows.
Through real-world examples and collaborative exercises, this course empowers participants to identify gaps, implement improvements, and foster a culture of preparedness and knowledge sharing. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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Top Infection Control Violations of 2024/2025 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Compliance Training Partners Release Date: 6/25/25 Expiration Date: 6/25/28 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This one-hour CE webinar is presented by Karson L. Carpenter D.D.S., president of Compliance Training Partners, and will review top infection control violations seen over the past year. The webinar will allow participants to see areas in which they may be vulnerable to citation and fine and provide practical solutions for preventing them. Participants will receive access to a detailed infection control compliance audit application that will allow them to evaluate their facility and formulate a plan for achieving full compliance.

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OSHA, Infection Control, and Bloodborne Pathogens: How Safe is Your Office? Presenter: Michelle Adams, RDH and Jeannie Mattingly, RDH CE Supporter: Philips Oral Healthcare Release Date: 3/12/25 Expiration Date: 3/12/28 CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This 2 hour dental infection control CE webinar will help provide dental professionals with principles and practices effective in reducing the spread of harmful pathogens to patients and team members in the dental practice.

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Minimum Standards for Infection Control: California - Updated 2025 Presenter: CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 1/1/25 Expiration Date: 1/1/28 CE Credits: 2 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE course on Infection Control covers the regulations required by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal-DOSH). Course material includes the video and PDF listed in the class documents section below. After studying the material, proceed to take the CE exam to receive 2 CE credits toward Infection Control. This class satisfies the mandatory Infection Control Class by the CA State Board. When submitting Proof of CE, please use #RP5747.

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Top OSHA and Infection Control Violations of 2023-2024 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Compliance Training Partners Release Date: 10/15/24 Expiration Date: 10/15/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This one hour CE webinar is presented by Karson L. Carpenter, president of Compliance Training Partners, and will review top OSHA and infection control violations seen over the past year. The webinar will allow participants to see areas in which they may be vulnerable to citation and fine and provide practical solutions for preventing them. Participants will receive access to a detailed compliance audit application that will allow them to evaluate their facility and formulate a plan for achieving full compliance.

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Respiratory Protection Revisited Presenter: Mary Govoni and Linda Harvey CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 10/2/24 Expiration Date: 10/2/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Many dental professionals have reverted back to practices from before the COVID pandemic. But is this a best practice for respiratory protection? Are we adequately protected during aerosol-generating procedures? This is concerning, given the increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, and other respiratory disease threats reported by the CDC. The CE webinar will focus on these current issues, the selection of appropriate respiratory protection, proper utilization of masks or respirators, and the science and testing behind this very important article of PPE.

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Learning Your Lines: Maintaining Your Dental Unit Water and Suction Lines for Optimal Safety Presenter: Amanda Hill, RDH CE Supporter: Premier Dental Release Date: 10/1/24 Expiration Date: 10/1/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

There are lines coming in and out of our operatories, but do we understand how to care for them for maximum efficiency, effectiveness, and safety? Dental Unit Waterlines (DUWLs) are in the news and on inspection checklists. Science shows us that many of the aerosols we are producing come directly from the DUWLs. And our suction lines are getting a workout like never before, helping us to control the aerosols to keep us safe. In this dynamic webinar, attendees will learn the why, how, and what of dental water and suction lines. This CE webinar will turn you into a line leader where you can head back into your op and know your lines!

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It's Me, Hi, I'm the Problem: Addressing Human Behaviors in PPE Use Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH CE Supporter: Cranberry Release Date: 6/10/24 Expiration Date: 6/10/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this 1-hour CE webinar, we will explore the critical intersection of work practice controls and human behaviors in infection control within the dental setting, with a specific focus on personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges surrounding PPE use and learn practical strategies for mitigating human error to enhance patient and team safety.

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5 Key Strategies for Successfully Navigating the Respiratory Virus Season in Dentistry Presenter: Mary Govoni and Linda Harvey CE Supporter: Viva Learning Release Date: 1/24/24 Expiration Date: 1/24/27 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

It’s been nearly a year since the COVID-19 medical emergency ended. COVID-19 is still present and spreading, however, and dental professionals still need to be cautious. The CDC respiratory virus tracking data shows that influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and COVID-19 are circulating simultaneously in the U.S. In light of these potential infectious threats to patients and team members, what should dental teams do with respect to these viruses? This CE webinar will highlight 5 key strategies to decrease the risk of spreading respiratory viruses in dental practice.

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Infection Control In the Post Pandemic Period Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter CE Supporter: Cranberry Release Date: 11/21/23 Expiration Date: 11/21/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

All employees must receive infection control training. This CE webinar will update participants on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry. In addition, a review of best practices for infection control in the post-pandemic period will be included. We will also cover the following topics: standard precautions, immunization requirements, work restrictions, hand hygiene, PPE, bloodborne and airborne disease, instrument sterilization protocols, hard surface disinfection, sterilization requirements for high and low speed handpieces, preventing sterilization “disasters”, spore testing requirements, dental unit water quality and testing requirements, and infection control in the lab.

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Cleaning the Pipes: Insights About Your Suction System You Never Knew You Needed to Know Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH CE Supporter: Air Techniques Release Date: 11/2/23 Expiration Date: 11/2/26 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

In this CE webinar, we will dive into the critical world of dental suction systems, discovering the vital information you didn't realize you needed to know. We will explore the inner workings of these unsung heroes of dentistry and learn essential maintenance practices. Gain insights into different vacuum systems, plumbing configurations, enzymatic cleaning procedures, and troubleshooting techniques that will empower you to keep your dental clinic running smoothly.

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Episode 652: From Complaints to Compliance: Mastering OSHA Inspections View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 3/20/25

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Episode 644: Are You Sure Your Instruments Are Ready for Sterilization? View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent Release Date: 2/24/25

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Episode 643: Infection Control and Prevention: The Devil is in the Details; A Discussion with Emily Boge View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA Release Date: 2/19/25

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Episode 633: Brace for Impact: Buying a Practice that's not OSHA Compliant View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.5 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 1/15/25

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Episode 612: Face Masks: What the Level is Going On? View All Episodes from: Cranberry Podcast Series

Series: Cranberry CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Sheri Doniger Release Date: 10/28/24

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Episode 599: Managing Cognitive Biases that Compromise Infection Prevention and Control View All Episodes from: Cranberry Podcast Series

Series: Cranberry CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH Release Date: 9/9/24

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Episode 596: Managing Personal Protective Equipment Costs – Without Compromising Safety View All Episodes from: Viva Learning Originals

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Mary Govoni and Linda Harvey Release Date: 8/28/24

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Episode 585: Surviving the Unplanned OSHA Visit View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 7/24/24

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Episode 573: OSHA Inspection Gone Bad: Don't Let This Happen to You! View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter Release Date: 6/14/24

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Episode 562: The Infection Control Coordinator's Impact on Dental Practices View All Episodes from: The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast Show

Series: Viva Learning Originals CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH Release Date: 5/8/24

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What Your Spore Test Misses Everytime Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent Released: 6/20/25 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Marie Fluent discusses a major weak point in infection control which is handling wet instrument packages.

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Autoclave WiFi is a Game Changer Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH Released: 5/9/25 Play Clinical Tip

Michelle Strange discusses the advantages of using an autoclave with steri-center and Wi-Fi, such as the Tuttnauer T-Edge Autoclave.

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Is Your Autoclave Connected to WiFi? Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Michelle Strange, RDH Released: 5/9/25 Play Clinical Tip

Michelle Strange discusses the importance of letting the autoclave go through the full cycle for sterilizing instruments and how having the information coming from the autoclave itself is helpful in monitoring the process in case of disruption.

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Infection Control Compliance and the Disgruntled Employee Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Dr. Karson Carpenter Released: 4/24/25 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Karson Carpenter discusses the importance of infection control compliance and the need to be prepared for disgruntled employees reporting compliance violations.

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CSR Wrap: Two Layers in One Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Mary Govoni, CDA, RDA, RDH, MBA Released: 4/3/25 Play Clinical Tip

Mary Govoni discusses CSR Wraps and the Halyard wrap that is a actually 2-layered wrap, which is a huge efficiency in the dental office.

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OTC Hand Hygiene Products: Are They Safe for Your Practice? Sponsor: Viva Learning Presenter: Dr. Marie Fluent Released: 3/28/25 Play Clinical Tip

Dr. Marie Fluent discusses over-the-counter hand hygiene products and how using medical grade products is safer for your practice.

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