September 10 CDC Update: What Orthodontic Offices Need to Know
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, a breakdown of the CDC update and info on a free CE infection control course from the CDC.
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LatestTips for Handling the Staffing Shortage in the Orthodontic Clinic
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, how freeing up your existing skilled and experienced orthodontic assistants to focus on direct patient care can make finding a new staff member easier.
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The Sarver Institute Comes Online
The online continuing education platform founded by Dr David Sarver is out to advance the delivery of orthodontic continuing education while emphasizing esthetics and an interdisciplinary approach to treatment.
Is Your Orthodontic Practice’s Respiratory Protection Plan Ready for an OSHA Inspection?
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, what your orthodontic practice’s respiratory protection plan needs to include to demonstrate you are mitigating the risk of COVID-19 for your staff.
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4 Tips to keep hygienists safe post-procedure
Safe work practices have taken center stage during the pandemic. Rightfully so. Each dental office...
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Dealing with PTSD After Needlestick Injuries
Needlestick injuries (NSIs) are a common occupational hazard in dental practices. The potential...
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Orthodontist’s First Novel Highlights the Importance of Overall Well-Being
Blaine Langberg, DMD, MMSC, an orthodontist and first-time author talks about using multiple platforms to sound off on spirituality, mental health, and finding balance.
Read MoreMaximizing Mask Protection
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room: What the latest CDC MMWR on mask fit and performance means for how you wear your mask in the orthodontic office.
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The Costs & Side Effects of Needlestick Injuries and How To Prevent Them
Needlesticks injuries (NSI’s) are a serious hazard in a dental office. With assistants and...
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Managing Needlestick and Other Sharps Injuries and How To Prevent Them
Any kind of sharp injuries is a serious danger to anyone at any practice – from the hygienist to...
Read MoreVariants & Vaccines
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, why orthodontic offices need to maintain infection control protocols amidst the new COVID variants and vaccination.
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FDI Seeks U.S. Female Dental Providers for Global Survey
Participation will help the organization understand issues women in the dental industry face globally.
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New Dental-to-Medical Cross-Coding and Billing Credential Program Launches Nationally
In addition passing the requisite Qualified Medical Coder / Biller Exam, candidates can specialize in a number of areas including dental implant, CBCT, and sleep apnea coding.
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The “Ask Anything” Meeting
Encouraging your staff to ask questions and challenge the conventional wisdom can bring unexpected new energy and profit to the practice
Read MoreWinners of the Sparkle & Shine Scholarship; Why CE is Important for the Orthodontic Team
Dr Doug Depew and OSAP Executive Director Michelle Lee join this week’s episode of In the Sterilization Room with Jackie to announce the winners of the inaugural Sparkle & Shine Scholarship to attend the upcoming OSAP Boot Camp.
Read MoreWhen the Orthodontist Tests Positive for COVID-19
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room with Jackie, what to say to patients when the orthodontist tests positive.
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New Scholarship Aims to Train the Next Generation of Orthodontic Infection Preventionists
An orthodontic team member looking to take the next step in their career progression can get started with the new Sparkle & Shine! Scholarship to attend the upcoming OSAP Booth Camp.
Read MoreReadying Your Orthodontic Team for the COVID-19 Vaccine
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room with Jackie, how best to schedule your team to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to avoid interrupting the patient schedule.
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