ENSURING WATER SAFETY: A Guide to Water Testing in Dental Practices

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DESCRIPTION: Water quality is a critical concern in dental practices. Contaminated water can pose serious risks to both patients and staff, potentially leading to infections and other health complications. In this continuing education webinar, we will explore water testing in dental settings. Attendees will gain insights into the latest guidelines, regulations, and best practices for ensuring water safety. From understanding microbial contamination to implementing monitoring strategies, this webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the steps necessary to maintain high-quality water in the dental office.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Recognize the Importance of Water Quality Monitoring in Dental Practices
Describe Sources of Water Contamination
Discuss Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines
Compare Types of Water Testing: Chemical and Microbiological
Implement Water Management Protocols
Develop Strategies for Preventing Contamination

Dr. Kirsten Roling, DDS

Dr. Kirsten Roling, DDS is the Chief Education Officer for Dental CE Academy administered by Virtual Dontics® Education LLC. She completed dental school training at the University of California, San Francisco; during the height of the HIV/AIDS Pandemic. Dr. Roling is a public health dentist, credited as an early pioneer of Teledentistry. Her clinical practice spans pediatrics to geriatrics. Previously an Assistant Clinical Professor, UCSF; and Public Health Preceptor, Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, Dr. Roling also held the position as Chief for the Office of Oral Health, Maricopa County, Department of Public Health where she administered the nation's largest pediatric oral health prevention programs for the third largest U.S. public health department. As a mobile dental provider, she commanded a large teledentistry practice to treat homebound geriatric patients. She is a recipient of the Pediatric Oral Health Access Program (POHAP) scholarship and provided dental services pro bono to at risk infants and foster children. She has completed certification through the American Dental Education Association in conjunction with the Academy of Academy Leadership and Institute for Allied Health Educators "Advances in Educational Methodology." Her career has been featured in the Arizona Dental Association's Journal Inscriptions, and In 2017 she was published in the Journal of Public Health Dentistry, followed by a feature interview in 2018 by National Public Radio highlighting the challenges of geriatric dentistry.

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CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: This course is supported by ExactBlue Technologies Inc. The speaker, Dr. Kirsten Roling is the Chief Education Officer and employee of Dental CE Academy. She declares no financial relationship with the sponsor. She has not received a speaker's honorarium. No corporate entity has contributed or influenced the content for this course. For written documentation contact support@dentalcenow.com.

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