Navigating the Risks of the Orthodontic Gray Market
Infection control and safety expert Jackie Dorst explains why the temptation of low-cost supplies can expose practices to patient harm, legal liability, and reputational damage.
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LatestTime for a Recheck: Is Your Orthodontic Practice Adhering to Standard OSHA Safety Laws?
As OSHA inspectors step up inspections in workplaces where employees are at risk of COVID-19 exposure, it’s time to make sure your practice has the basics in place and are up-to-date.
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Carestream Dental Launches CS 1300 Intraoral Camera
Carestream Dental has introduced the CS 1300 Intraoral Camera, offering 1080p imaging, enhanced optics, and direct integration with CS Imaging v8 software for improved clinical workflow, according to the company.
Tips 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.
Read MoreWhat Does OSHA’s COVID-19 Healthcare Emergency Temporary Standard Mean for the Orthodontic Office
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, infection prevention consult Jackie Dorst breaks down who falls under the June 10 ETS.
Read MoreCDC Acknowledges SARS-CoV-2 Airborne Transmission: What Does This Mean for the Orthodontic Office?
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room: What all this means for ensuring your orthodontic practice is in compliance with OSHA regulations.
Read More$5.5 Million: Are You Willing to Pay the Price for Sterilization Lapses?
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, a look at a recent class action settlement stemming from improper handpiece sterilization and a review of best practices.
Read MoreSharps Disposal Container Shortage: What Does the Orthodontic Practice Need to Know
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room, the latest CDC guidance on how to navigate the shortage and a refresher on best practices.
Read MoreAre Temperature Checks Here to Stay in the Orthodontic Office?
In this clip, infection prevention expert Jackie Dorst answers the question and provides guidance on calibrating your thermometer for accurate temperature readings.
Read MoreAnswering Your Questions about COVID-19 & the Orthodontic Practice
In this episode of In the Sterilization Room: When are N95 masks and face shields needed and are COVID-19 safety protocols here to stay?
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AAO Webinar Offers COVID-19 Tune-Up with Jackie Dorst
The March 23 CE webinar will provide a summary of current pandemic safety guidance and simplify complex interim OSHA, CDC, FDA, and EPA guidance for orthodontic practices.
Read MoreIs 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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