This course pack (course materials) has been designed as an introductory level Radiation Protection Officer Certification Course for Ontario Dental Hygienists. The course focuses on the general concepts of x-ray production, radiation biology and protection, quality management and radiation safety standards in Ontario. Successful completion of the course will prepare dental hygienists to act as Radiation Protection Officers and radiation safety advisors in their area of practice.
Body-Mouth Connection: Diet, Exercises and Inflammation!
2 parts (3 Hours) with 1 quiz|
Presented by: Dr. Uche Odiatu
New evidence behind the inflammatory cascade and systemic disease, and how this affects clinicians will be highlighted. For optimal care, the dental team and clients need to know that poor eating habits and a sedentary life support inflammation across the entire body, including the oral cavity. Attend this informative, fast-paced session and put out the fire! Learn about new science linking systemic disorders and oral health, expand your knowledge of the body-mouth connection, recognize the destructive inflammatory cascade in your clients, identify seven key foods and lifestyle habits that contribute to inflammation and disease, and develop a two-minute script to educate and motivate clients.
This presentation will provide a comprehensive review of the most common oral lesions encountered in daily practice. The clinical features of more than 50 such lesions will be reviewed, highlighting the salient features of each with appropriate management strategies. The importance of a regular and thorough clinical soft tissue examination and differentiating between benaign and more serious lesions will be covered.
As your clients age and their medical concerns increase, your responsibilities with respect to Emergent Patient Care (EPC) are also changing. This interactive presentation will deal with a variety of EPC issues for all work environments. The session will cover provincial legislation and liabilities, pre-hospital equipment and medications, common emergent medical occurrences and handling emergent issues until EMS arrives.
New Guidelines for Infection Prevention and Control
2 parts (3 Hours) with 1 quiz|
Presented by: Leslie Sanderson
Having accurate, up-to-date information and understanding of the regulations and protocols for infection control will help reduce risks and ensure safe client care. This lecture consolidates published recommendations from government agencies, regulatory bodies and professional associations. Topics will cover risk assessment, disinfection, different chemicals, waterlines, safe handling and disposal of waste, and sterilization procedures.
Oral Care for Adult Survivors of Childhood Violence (Sensitive Practice)
1 part (1.5 Hours) with 1 quiz|
Presented by: Candice Schachter
The high rate of survivors of childhood sexual abuse strongly suggests that dental hygienists work frequently (and mostly unknowingly) with adult survivors of childhood violence. Participants will learn how to use the principles of “sensitive practice,” a term resulting from a multidisciplinary research project in which survivors and health-care providers identified ways to improve health-care experiences. Guidelines will be presented to help dental hygienists in “difficult” situations.
For some dental hygienists, the symptoms of aches, pain and numbness are minor and disappear, while others experience disabling conditions to the head, neck, upper body and arms that can prevent them from working permanently. This interactive session will cover basic anatomy, physiology and kinesiology principles; ergonomic practices in the workplace; and how to reduce and prevent injuries with correct posture, proper equipment and exercise.
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