Infection control forms the bedrock of patient care, especially within surgical settings. This session highlights the critical importance of infection prevention in dental practices and raises awareness about the potential risks associated with lapses in infection control protocols. The session will cover CDC inspection guidelines and essential topics to maintain a safe environment. By the end of the session, attendees will be well-versed in infection prevention measures and will be better equipped to provide their patients with a sense of security regarding their dental care.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
Describe key concepts in infection control.
Analyze and implement ways to improve instrument reprocessing.
Describe and implement dental unit waterline protocols.
