Safer Together
Whether you rely on our team all the time or this is your first visit, we want you to know it’s our goal to provide resources to support the health of your practice, patients, and community. After all, working together for collective safety has never been more important.
The Team @ ProEdge will remain available for waterline testing and consultations. Contact us at 888.843.3343 or email support@proedgedental.com.
COVID-19 Guidance & Support:
Updated September 23, 2020
Waterline Treatment Protocol for Reopening after COVID19
COVID19 has created the perfect storm for biofilm development within your waterlines. Take these necessary steps before reopening to ensure CDC compliance and safe dental unit water quality.
Updated August 4, 2020
CDC Guidance for Dental Settings
“After a period of non-use, dental equipment may require maintenance and/or repair. Review the manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU) for office closure, period of non-use, and reopening for all equipment and devices.” – Centers for Disease Control
ADA State by State Mandates on Elective Procedures
The ADA is updating daily the state by state mandates for dental care so you can know the latest guidance. Plus they have several other resources to help your practice thrive through and after COVID19.
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis, and Prevention:
OSAP is making their member’s only section available to every dental professional – free of charge. These resources can help your practice put infection prevention at the top of the list for reasons a patient chooses your office over the office down the street.
Complimentary Live Webinars
Dental Waterlines – CRASHING THE BIOFILM PARTY! DENTAL UNIT WATERLINE MAINTENANCE FOR COVID19 REOPENING
Led by Kellie Thimmes, BS, Senior Consultant & Education Specialist
A former nurse and fan-favorite, Kellie Thimmes knows just how important infection control is to patients and dental healthcare professionals. You’ll come away armed with best practices and practical tips in waterline maintenance.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn exactly how COVID19 shutdowns impacted dental waterlines and what to do about it
- Arm you with the knowledge to become efficient and effective in waterline maintenance
- Let you know how much we appreciate all you do!
1 Live CE in infection control will be available via CE Zoom.
This webinar is free of charge.
Micro Compliance Conversations with Mike Rust
Removing Barriers with Effective Infection Control Training – Mike Rust & Jackie Dorst
It's Not "Staff"... it's Team! Leveraging COVID19 Challenges for a Stronger Dental Team & Practice
Are we "In This Together"? Dr. Haywood says yes and tone matters - Mike Rust & Dr. Steven Haywood
Inside Tips on Waterlines from Two Dental Pro's Who've Tried it All – Mike Rust & Dr. Steven Haywood
The Top 10 Infection Prevention Breaches - Mike Rust & Dr. Steven Haywood
Is mitigating aerosols in dentistry simpler than we're making it? - Mike Rust & Tim Donley
The Future of Infection Control in Dental Post-COVID19 - Mike Rust & Nancy Dewhirst
Where Do We Get the Best Information for COVID19 Safety & Reopening? - Mike Rust & Jill Obrochta
What Do We Do If We Can't Get the Right PPE? - Mike Rust & Jill Obrochta
Jill Puts Mike on the Hot Seat with DUWL & COVID19 Reopening - Mike Rust & Jill Obrochta
The Respiratory Protection Plan MUST-HAVE For COVID19 Reopen - Mike Rust & Jill Obrochta
New CDC Interim Guidance on Disposable PPE & Reusable Gowns - Mike Rust & India Chance
Nitrous Oxide Compliance with the Tooth Cop - Mike Rust & Duane Tinker
How Shannon Mills, DMD Would Limit Aerosols in Aftermath of COVID19? Like this...
What Exactly is Dental Unit Waterline Maintenance All About? - Mike Rust & Shannon Mills
Dental Waterlines Require Attention after COVID19 Shutdowns - Mike Rust & Shannon Mills
CDC Warns Legionella Increase in Premise Plumbing After COVID19 Shutdowns Spotlights DUWL Protocols
The Big Picture on COVID19 Spread & What Dentistry Should Consider - Mike Rust & Shannon Mills
Offices that Address These Issues will Encourage Patients Coming Back - Mike Rust & Nancy Dewhirst
Do We Treat Patients Differently Based on Screening Questions? - Mike Rust & Nancy Dewhirst
Correct Don & Doff May Be the Difference in Protecting You & Your Patients - Mike Rust & Lisa Kane
Survive, then Thrive, then Reopen - Mike Rust & Lisa Kane
Coping with COVID19 Stress - Mike Rust & Duane Tinker
Why You WANT to "Get Busted" by the Tooth Cop - Mike Rust & Duane Tinker
Missed the Webinar?
Two Infection Control CE Available Through CDE World
Free E-Book: Dental Water Testing & Treatment
Access the latest research on dental unit waterline from infection control experts, Nancy Dewhirst, RDH, BS and John A. Molinari, PhD. They’ll help you understand how different maintenance protocols perform and give you foundational principles to develop the best protocol for your practice.
On page 20, access the CE Quiz and click the link.
We Want to be Your Safe Water Partner
We know you didn’t get into dentistry to clean waterlines, but we did. Our team is here to help you tackle waterline treatment so that you can continue doing what you do best.
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