Online Dental CE

From Dirty to Sterile: Building a Bulletproof Instrument Reprocessing Workflow Reserve Seat Presenter: Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Tue  6/16/26    7:00 PM ET    4:00 PM PT Tue  6/16/26    11:00 PM UTC CE Credits: 1 Live, Interactive CEU top

Instrument reprocessing is one of the most critical, yet vulnerable systems in dental practices. Breakdowns in workflow, packaging, or monitoring can compromise patient safety, compliance, and efficiency. This one-hour CE webinar delivers a practical, systems-based approach to creating a reliable instrument reprocessing workflow from point-of-use to sterilization and storage. Participants will explore ideal instrument flow in both small and large practices, implement best practices for load configuration and packaging, and understand the role of biological monitoring and validation. Attendees will also learn how to design an efficient sterilization center that minimizes cross-contamination and supports clinical success and acquire actionable strategies to strengthen protocols and ensure consistent, compliant outcomes. ( full description, bio and commercial disclosure )

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My Journey as an Infection Control Coordinator and the 5 Mistakes I Made Along the Way Presenter: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Release Date: 5/31/23 Expiration Date: 5/31/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar offers a unique opportunity to explore the experiences and lessons learned of an infection control coordinator. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of following IFUs and the common mistakes made during manual cleaning and sterilization of dental instruments, along with the advantages of using an instrument washer for improved infection prevention. The concept of the wicking effect and its implications on instrument recontamination post-sterilization will be explained, and the benefits of using closed-door drying autoclaves will be discussed. By the end of this webinar, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by infection control coordinators and the steps they can take to ensure infection control and patient safety.

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Help Your Temporary Team Member Keep Your Patients Safe During Their Dental Visits Presenter: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Release Date: 5/2/22 Expiration Date: 5/2/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

Dentistry found itself with a shortage of team members in the wake of a pandemic. This shortage means many offices require temporary people to fill these positions. This has brought light to an issue in dentistry - a lack of standard operating procedures. In this CE webinar, we will discuss the procedures in the practice that require immediate attention to help the temporary employee practice safe dentistry in your practice.

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Best Practices with Biological Indicators: In-Office versus Mail-In Presenter: Kandis Garland, RDH, MS CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Release Date: 5/27/21 Expiration Date: 5/27/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will discuss OSHA standards, AAMI recommendations, and CDC infection control guidelines related to the instrument processing cycle focusing on sterilization and biological indicators.

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Sterilization Monitoring and Sterility Assurance in Instrument Reprocessing Presenter: Dr. Fiona Collins CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Release Date: 5/5/20 Expiration Date: 5/5/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

This CE webinar will review sterilization monitoring during instrument reprocessing. After briefly addressing key steps in instrument reprocessing, we will address mechanical and chemical indicators and their roles. The CE webinar will then focus on sterility assurance. Recommendations and best practices in spore testing (biological indicators) in the dental setting, risk reduction and potential sources of errors will be discussed.

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Update on COVID-19 and Infection Control Presenter: Dr. Fiona Collins CE Supporter: Tuttnauer Release Date: 4/6/20 Expiration Date: 4/6/29 CE Credits: 1 CEU (Self-Study) View Full Description »

The current outbreak of COVID-19 has dramatically impacted our lives. After reviewing the latest information on COVID-19 and methods of transmission, this webinar will discuss CDC interim guidelines and ADA recommendations regarding dental treatment. Against this background, we will also review personal protective equipment, the management of contaminated surfaces and instruments/devices, best practices for sterility assurance, and address frequently asked questions.

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Episode 498: Transform Your Practice with Autoclave WiFi Connectivity View All Episodes from: Tuttnauer Dental Podcast Series

Series: Tuttnauer CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH Release Date: 9/11/23

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Episode 293: Sterilization Protocols Post Covid-19: Biological & Chemical Indicators, High Thermal Washers, and PPE View All Episodes from: Tuttnauer Dental Podcast Series

Series: Tuttnauer CE Credits: 0.25 Presenter: Dr. Ron Kaminer Release Date: 5/6/21

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