Online Dental CE

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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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

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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) View Full Description »

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

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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"!

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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.

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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) View Full Description »

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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