Cognitive bias is a mental shortcut that influences our thinking and decision-making, leading us to process information in a selective and subjective manner. In some instances it can result in inaccurate or irrational judgments. So why are we talking about this on a dental podcast?

In this 1-hour CE webinar, we will explore the critical intersection of work practice controls and human behaviors in infection control within the dental setting, with a specific focus on personal protective equipment (PPE). Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges surrounding PPE use and learn practical strategies for mitigating human error to enhance patient and team safety.

All employees must receive infection control training. This CE webinar will update participants on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry. In addition, a review of best practices for infection control in the post-pandemic period will be included.

Dental practices are influenced by a variety of factors outside the dental office, including environmental concerns. One way to reduce their environmental impact is to reduce, reuse, and recycle disposable products. This CE webinar will discuss how to do this while still following appropriate infection control protocols.

Dr. Phil Klein welcomes Mary Govoni, an internationally recognized speaker, author, and consultant, to the DentalTalk podcast to discuss the latest updates from the CDC related to masks and face shields in the clinical setting, as well as the issue of low-quality face masks that infiltrated the U.S. market during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Phil Klein welcomes Dr. Sheri Doniger, a respected dental clinician, author, educator, and consultant, to the DentalTalk podcast to discuss the use of face masks in the dental operatory and how COVID-19 has forever changed the way we manage respiratory protection for our dental team.

A properly placed dental dam promotes a moisture-free, uncontaminated working environment. The quality procedure environment is superior to those performed without dental dam utilization. The misconception of rubber dam utilization starts with the mindset of the dental team. Change the perception of the team, not the patient.

This CE webinar will update participants on the latest OSHA regulations and CDC infection control guidance. In addition, best practices for efficiently achieving compliance by utilizing a proven methodology will be reviewed.

This Viva Learning CE webinar on OSHA and infection control compliance for businesses: Learn how to easily comply with the latest OSHA laws and infection control requirements, eliminating a major liability for your business and protecting your employees and patients.

As we return to our dental practices, it is more important than ever to communicate and market our infection control protocols to our patients. This will help them feel safe and confident in our ability to protect them from COVID-19.