Dental Infection Control in the Post COVID-19 Era
About this course
Course objectives
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand COVID-19’s impact on dentistry and identify emerging infection risks.
2. Implement enhanced infection prevention measures, including personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols and environmental decontamination.
3. Apply revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in dental clinics to minimize cross-infection risks.
4. Recognize post-pandemic oral health trends (e.g., increase in periodontitis, delayed dental care).
5. Manage aerosol-generating procedures (AGPs) safely to reduce viral transmission risks.
6. Enhance patient communication and care for individuals with post-COVID conditions or anxiety.
7. Ensure mental well-being and resilience in the post-pandemic healthcare environment.
Course description
The COVID-19 pandemic has permanently altered the landscape of dental healthcare, necessitating new and updated infection control measures, patient management strategies, and workplace protocols. This course is designed to equip dental professionals and auxiliaries with the latest post-pandemic guidelines, evidence-based infection prevention techniques, and best practices to ensure patient and staff safety in dental clinics. Practical activities and case studies ensure an engaging, hands-on learning experience that participants can immediately apply in their professional roles.
Target audiences
This course is intended for all dental professionals including dental assistants and dental auxiliaries, oral health therapists, dentists and professionals working in the dental industry who are interested in acquiring knowledge of post-COVID protocols, patient safety measures, and professional resilience skills.