PDT, Inc. 

Canada

United States

Instrument Processing for Peak Performance

Dr. Emily Boge

Yes,  one or more financial arrangements have been made with a corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies to the presenter,  offering company,  the parties involved in the educational content development, or their family members in regards to this continuing education presentation.

Infection Control - 148

AGD-PACE | Academy of General Dentistry Program approval for Continuing Education

Paradise Dental Technologies (PDT)

Sponsor 1

Dentistry

Agreements & Policies 1

Dental Therapist

Dental Assistant

Exhibitor/Sponsor

Dentist

Event Speaker

Faculty

Dental Hygienist

Infection Control ONLY (not including water line maintenance or OSHA) (infection control must follow the CDC guidelines)

<p><strong style="color: rgb(40, 40, 40);">**NOTE: This topic focuses specifically on CDC infection control principles ONLY and does not include dental unit waterline maintenance (which is required by some jurisdictions to be included in the Infection Control course) Nor does this course topic include OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens training, which is covered under separate continuing education topic.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Infection control continuing education courses</strong> explore the principles and evidence-based practices used to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases in dental settings. Courses in this topic are based on the <strong>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines for Infection Prevention in Dental Health-Care Settings</strong> and may cover standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (<strong>PPE</strong>), instrument cleaning and sterilization, environmental infection prevention, aseptic techniques, surface disinfection, vaccination recommendations, exposure prevention, quality assurance, and current clinical best practices. Depending on the course, learners may also examine infection prevention program development, documentation, and guidance from organizations such as <strong>OSAP (Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention)</strong>.</p><p>This topic is valuable for <strong>dentists</strong>, <strong>dental hygienists</strong>, <strong>dental assistants</strong>, sterilization technicians, <strong>Infection Prevention Coordinators</strong>, office managers, students, educators, and other members of the dental team responsible for maintaining a safe clinical environment. These <strong>dental continuing education courses</strong> are designed to strengthen knowledge of <strong>infection prevention</strong>, improve compliance with <strong>CDC infection control guidelines</strong>, and support the consistent implementation of evidence-based infection prevention practices throughout the dental practice.</p><p>Some states require <strong>board-approved continuing education</strong> in <strong>infection control</strong> as part of <strong>dental license renewal</strong>. Because <strong>continuing education requirements</strong> vary by state and profession, learners should verify their licensing requirements before enrolling. <strong>CE Zoom's CE Compliance Tracker</strong> can help identify <strong>state-specific continuing education requirements</strong>, mandatory topics, and license renewal requirements.</p><p>Whether you're looking for <strong>online dental CE</strong>, fulfilling an <strong>infection control continuing education</strong> requirement, or strengthening your understanding of <strong>CDC infection prevention guidelines</strong>, these courses provide practical, evidence-based education to help protect patients and dental teams while supporting safe, compliant clinical practice. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Check out courses with similar topics including:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://cezoom.com/topics/infection-control-with-water-line-maintenance-but-without-osha-infection-control-must-follow-the-cdc-guidelines-24bq" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Infection Control with water line maintenance but without OSHA (infection control must follow the cdc guidelines)</a></li><li><a href="https://cezoom.com/topics/osha-blood-borne-pathogens-only-not-including-the-cdc-guidelines-for-infection-control-or-water-line-maintenance-vq6k" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OSHA-Blood Borne Pathogens ONLY (Not including the CDC guidelines for infection control or water line maintenance)</a></li><li><a href="https://cezoom.com/topics/hipaa-d5my" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HIPAA</a></li></ul>

Direct clinical dentistry, subjects that relate directly to patient care and clinical dentistry

<h2><span class="ql-size-small">Dental continuing education is essential for maintaining licensure, meeting state renewal requirements, staying current with advancements in dentistry, and delivering high-quality patient care. Whether you are a dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, or other member of the dental team, continuing education helps support both compliance and professional growth.</span></h2><h2><br></h2><h2><span class="ql-size-small">CE Zoom offers a comprehensive selection of online dental CE courses designed to support dental professionals throughout their careers. Our catalog includes live webinars, self-study CE courses, and state-specific continuing education opportunities covering topics such as clinical dentistry, infection control, ethics, risk management, patient safety, dental materials, practice management, and emerging technologies.</span></h2><h2><br></h2><h2><span class="ql-size-small">Finding the right dental CE courses can be challenging, especially when navigating state-specific renewal requirements and profession-specific CE obligations. CE Zoom helps simplify the process by providing access to courses that support license renewal requirements for dentists, dental hygienists, and other dental professionals.</span></h2><h2><br></h2><h2><span class="ql-size-small">Browse the dental continuing education courses below to find training opportunities that match your interests, career goals, and license renewal needs. Whether you're looking for online dental CE, state-mandated courses, or advanced clinical education, CE Zoom offers flexible learning options designed for today's busy dental professionals.</span></h2><p><br></p><h2><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Continuing Education</strong></h2><h4><u>Can dental CE courses be completed online?</u></h4><p>Many states allow dentists and dental hygienists to complete some or all of their continuing education requirements online. Requirements vary by state, so always review your licensing board's rules or use CE Zoom's CE Compliance Tracker for a clear breakdown of your license renewal requirements.</p><h4><br></h4><h4><u>How many CE hours do dentists need?</u></h4><p>Dental continuing education requirements vary by state and license type. CE Zoom's CE Compliance Tracker can help identify required hours, mandatory topics, and any remaining requirements needed for license renewal.</p><h4><br></h4><h4><u>How many CE hours do dental hygienists need?</u></h4><p>Requirements vary by state and may include mandatory topics such as infection control, ethics, jurisprudence, or other state-specific courses. CE Zoom's CE Compliance Tracker provides a detailed breakdown of renewal requirements based on your license and state.</p>

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Infection Control ONLY (not including water line maintenance or OSHA) (infection control must follow the CDC guidelines)

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Available Courses

Instrument Processing for Peak Performance

By: PDT, Inc.

Program type: Single Course

12/9/2026

Max attendance: 1100

Credit Hours: 1.00

Tuition: Free

Presenter: Dr. Emily Boge

Topic: Infection Control ONLY (not including water line maintenance or OSHA) (infection control must follow the CDC guidelines)

Educational Method: Live - Virtual