Infection Control in Dentistry: Updates in Continuing Education for the State of Michigan

Health and Safety, Infection Control

Dental professionals in the State of Michigan are now required to complete at least one hour of required continuing education in the area of infection control for license renewal per the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. This pre-recorded self-study will highlight requirements under this administrative ruling to include: CDC infection control guidelines, personal protective equipment requirements, and protocol for sterilization of handpieces.

The educational teaching methodology used in this course is a self-study lecture presented via pre-recorded webinar in concert with an accompanying PowerPoint presentation. Both the pre-recorded webinar and the PowerPoint presentation incorporate a variety of audio and visual cues to enhance audience members’ understanding and retention of key concepts.