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Dental/Dental Hygienist

Infection Control in the California Oral Health Care Setting

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Leesa M. Robertson
1 hour

Every year, lives are lost because of the spread of infections in healthcare facilities. Dental professionals can take steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the dental office and laboratory. Proper handwashing, universal precautions, and knowledge can all help to lead the way to prevent the spread of infections.

Pursuant to CCR, title 16, section 1016, subsection (b)(1)(A), this course includes all content of CCR, title 16, section 1005, and the application of the regulations in the dental environment.

This course will award 1 continuing education hour.

Please see the board approval box for course approvals.

Course Objectives

  1. Identify the scope and significance of infection control within California dental practices.
  2. Describe strategies for risk prevention in clinical oral healthcare environments.
  3. Recognize common infectious agents and their relevance to dental settings.
  4. Explain evidence-based facts and techniques related to effective hand hygiene.
  5. Summarize vaccination guidelines applicable to dental healthcare personnel.
  6. Demonstrate knowledge of proper use and disposal of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  7. Understand the importance of compliance with state-mandated infection control protocols.
  8. Apply standard precautions to reduce the risk of cross-contamination in dental care.
  9. Interpret and implement CCR Title 16, Section 1005 requirements for dental infection control.
  10. Evaluate oral healthcare workplace controls that minimize exposure and infection.
  11. Describe appropriate cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization procedures for dental tools and surfaces.
  12. Outline steps for post-exposure evaluation and medical follow-up in dental practices.
  13. Apply transmission-based precautions to manage high-risk clinical scenarios in dentistry.

Course Author

Leesa M. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC

Ms. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She is credentialed in alcohol and other drug counseling.

Beginning her career in the hospital setting, working in admissions, on the 24-hour unit, inpatient and IOP for both adults and adolescents, she went on to supervise a group of clinicians that went into medical-surgical hospitals to assess and place patients. She went into the outpatient setting, working with adults and families. Throughout her career, Ms. Robertson has focused on training and education through presenting live and authored coursework.

Board Approvals

National Approvals

  • Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) (PACE)
    Bayside Continuing Education and Development (Nationally or Locally) Approved by PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 10/01/2024 - 09/30/2026 Provider ID# 430829

State Approvals

Information

  • Content Level: Intermediate
  • Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
  • System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
  • Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course.  They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials.  The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
  • CEBroker Course ID: 900619
  • Credit Hours: 1
New!
Leesa M. Robertson
1 hour
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