Post-Pandemic Dental Practice: COVID-19, Oral Health & Infection Control
COURSE NUMBER: 665
Maria L. Geisinger, DDS, MS
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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The COVID-19 pandemic represented a paradigm shift in dental care delivery and risk mitigation within the dental practice. As we move forward as a profession, reflecting on the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our practices and ...
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Overview
The COVID-19 pandemic represented a paradigm shift in dental care delivery and risk mitigation within the dental practice. As we move forward as a profession, reflecting on the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our practices and what we have learned regarding the importance of oral health for outcomes with high consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs) allows us to better serve our patients and to communicate how essential dental care is to overall wellness. This course will review the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the field of dentistry in the US and globally. We will review the expansion of our knowledge base regarding in-office dental infectious control, including emerging data on aerosol transmission of disease within dental practices. We will also assess the emerging data regarding the long- and short-term oral manifestations of COVID-19 infection and the impact of periodontal health and inflammation of COVID-19 symptom severity.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Mar 15, 2024
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Mar 14, 2027
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
148, 10, 490
Technical Requirements:
Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Assess enhanced infection control practices based upon expanded scientific knowledge after the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Review data regarding short and long-term oral manifestations of COVID-19 and the potential impact of COVID-19 related stress on patients’ oral health.
- Assess the emerging science regarding periodontal disease and oral inflammation and COVID-19 disease severity.
- Identify gaps in our knowledge and further research questions regarding the impact of COVID-19 for the dental field.
Disclaimers
P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.
Note: Registration is required to take test.
Author(s)
Dr. Geisinger reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Maria L. Geisinger
DDS, MS
Submission Information
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CE Broker For all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
AADH Approved Program Provider
Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.
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