In this episode we bring back Michelle Lee from OSAP (osap.org) and welcome in her friend Karen Gregory who is an RN and huge supporter of OSAP. We review what OSAP does, discuss the annual conference and bootcamp, discuss membership, and talk about the new version of the If Saliva Were Red … [Read more...] about 390 OSAP’s If Saliva Were Red with Michelle Lee and Karen Gregory, RN, CDIPC
Bonus: Cleaning and Disinfecting the Operatory with Gaylene Baker RDH, BSDH, MBA
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Gaylene Baker, RDH, BSDH, MBA and guest co-host Stephanie Botts, RDH to talk about the Monarch line from Air Techniques and the importance of infection prevention. Episode Highlights Not all hand sanitizers are the same … [Read more...] about Bonus: Cleaning and Disinfecting the Operatory with Gaylene Baker RDH, BSDH, MBA
EP 90: The Audit Edition: OSHA & Infection Control
Infection control may seem boring but I’m telling you, my guest makes it interesting! For example - what do coffee and fake nails have in common? They don’t belong in your clinical area! Infection control expert and auditor India Chance joins me to discuss this and so much more. My main takeaway … [Read more...] about EP 90: The Audit Edition: OSHA & Infection Control
The Importance of Educating Your Patients about Infection Prevention
On this week’s podcast, Michelle talks with Marci Perry, Product Marketing Manager for Infection Prevention and Control, HealthFirst, on how and why it’s important to talk with patients about what you are doing to provide them a safe dental visit. Because dental patients are more aware than ever … [Read more...] about The Importance of Educating Your Patients about Infection Prevention
TIPisode The Solution To Disorganized Offices
This TIPisode is brought to you by Zirc Dental. We are joined by Tina Punton, who talks to us about the cost of disorganization and what it means for your office. Zirc has solutions for your practice that will decrease your disorganization, stress and that are beautiful for your patients to look … [Read more...] about TIPisode The Solution To Disorganized Offices
Infection Control Hot Topics With Carrie Ibbetson, RDH And Jennifer Stanley, RDH – 296
Please Leave a Review! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimers it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your free CE Credit! It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’, roundtable edition, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited … [Read more...] about Infection Control Hot Topics With Carrie Ibbetson, RDH And Jennifer Stanley, RDH – 296
DICAM “Spread the Word, Prevent Infections”
DICAM (Dental Infection Control Awareness Month) kicked off September 1. OSAP spearheads this annual, month-long campaign that shares the latest infection control guidance and regulations. In this episode, Michelle is joined by Michelle Strange, RDH, an infection control consultant and social media … [Read more...] about DICAM “Spread the Word, Prevent Infections”
The First Ever Dental Infection Prevention Certification
Michelle discusses the launch of the first ever dental infection prevention certification with Jen Price and Nichol Schreiber. This is a joint collaboration with DANB and The DALE Foundation. Jen Price, Chief Engagement and Development Officer of The DALE Foundation discusses the development process … [Read more...] about The First Ever Dental Infection Prevention Certification
