Crashing the Biofilm Party: Understanding the Path to Safe Dental Unit Waterlines About This Course Dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) are in the news and on OSHA inspection checklists, but the process of testing and treating waterlines is often misunderstood or even forgotten about. Science shows us that many of the aerosols we are producing in our operatories come directly from the biofilm growth in our DUWLs. And
Management of Extraction Site for Implant Placement About This Course Tooth extraction is a common procedure in the field of dentistry. Although atraumatic extraction is always preferred, it is not always accomplished. In this course, we will cover topics such as how normal healing occurs and why atraumatic tooth extraction is desired, as well as how best to achieve this result. We
Human Trafficking: Exploring the Dental Implications About This Course Human trafficking is a $150 billion criminal industry. Though problematic on a global scale, it has become a heightened concern in the United States. In this course, the types of human trafficking are discussed with variations in gender, locales, and specific laws related to trafficking. Documentation suggests that 87% of victims have
Dental Providers’ Drug Reference for the U.S. Opioid Epidemic About This Course Opioid abuse and deaths from overdose have reached epidemic levels in the United States. These drug classes cause significant systemic changes and carry a high risk for tolerance, dependence, and addiction. Dental providers who have the authority to prescribe opioids have a responsibility to the public to ensure appropriate pain management protocols
External Apical Root Resorption About This Course External apical root resorption (EARR) is frequently observed during orthodontic treatment; it can require a pause or termination of the treatment in the patient’s best interest. If the root length is reduced severely, it also affects the decisions regarding other dental procedures, for instance, prosthetic restorations. Thus, EARR should be assessed and
2D vs 3D Imaging in Endodontics: CBCT Application in Modern Endodontic Treatment About This Course The use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in endodontics has expanded in recent years. 3D imaging adequately supports the interpretation of dental anatomy and surrounding areas during root canal therapy. To assist decision making in endodontic cases, experts recommend small eld-of-view (FOV), high-resolution CBCT imaging for diagnostic and treatment planning as
The New Normal: Returning to practice with COVID 19 About This Course Effective infection control requires an understanding of modes of transmission and how to prevent this from occurring. Risk reduction requires solutions that could result in elimination of a risk factor or reduce the chance of that risk factor causing harm. In addition, infection control breaches incur several potential consequences; the first of
OSHA Bloodborne-Pathogen Compliance in the Dental Practice About This Course The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a government agency established to help assure the safety and health of American workers. Since its origins, OSHA has enforced standards to protect workers from potential dangers in the workplace. This course reviews some potential hazards to dental healthcare professionals, and what measures OSHA
Dental Aerosols – A Significant Threat in Dentistry? About This Course Dental professionals have increased risk of exposure to dental aerosols and droplets. These are caused by the rebound of spray mist on the tooth surface generated by dental instruments (e.g. turbine and powder water jet devices). Enroll in Course Educational Objectives The overall goal of this course is to provide information on
Technique Guide to Basic Layering with an Omnichromatic Universal Composite About This Course Dental professionals have increased risk of exposure to dental aerosols and droplets. These are caused by the rebound of spray mist on the tooth surface generated by dental instruments (e.g. turbine and powder water jet devices). Enroll in Course Educational Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: •
