Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 750.
Synopsis:
This course provides a brief summary and reiterates the importance of personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 response. In particular, it refers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 guidelines for dental settings. Description of Speaker:
Dr. Sophia G. Saeed earned her DMD from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and completed residency at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Saeed then joined UCSF from 2008 to 2018 and held varied roles, including director of the general practice residency. In 2018, she moved to Las Vegas, where she served as chair of the clinical sciences department at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. Saeed joined UTHealth School of Dentistry this year as the associate dean for patient care.
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
Describe the differences between universal, standard and transmission-based precautions. Explain the rationale behind reducing aerosol production in the orthodontic practice. Discuss importance of keeping up to date on guidelines for performing dentistry during the COVID-19 response. Identify when to utilize N95 respirators and surgical masks with full-face shields. Explain how PPE should be used via gloves, gowns and eye protection. Disclosure:
In the past 12 months, the authors declare that they have had a financial interest, arrangement or affiliation within the field of dentistry or health care with the following: OstiSense, Academy for the Advancement of Leadership (Saeed); Verywell.com (Khoo).
Farran Media is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association
to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not
approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards
of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at
https://ccepr.ada.org .
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education at
nareg@farranmedia.com .
Farran Media is a nationally approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from 1/1/2023 to 12/31/2026.
Provider ID# 304396
This activity meets the educational criteria required for verifiable Continuing Professional Development under the General Dental Council Lifelong Learning scheme and represents 1.5 hours of verifiable CPD.
Legal Disclaimer:
The CE provider (Farran Media) uses reasonable care in selecting and
providing content that is accurate. The CE provider, however, does not
independently verify the content or materials. The CE provider does not
represent that the instructional materials are error-free or that the content
or materials are comprehensive. Any opinions expressed in the materials are
those of the author of the materials and not the CE provider. Completing one or
more continuing education courses does not provide sufficient information to
qualify the participant as an expert in the field related to the course topic
or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are
intended to supplement, but are not a substitute for, the knowledge, expertise,
skill and judgment of a trained health care professional.
Licensure:
Continuing education credits issued for completion of online CE courses may not apply toward
license renewal in all licensing jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of each registrant
to verify the CE requirements of his/her licensing or regulatory agency.
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Refund Policy
There are no refunds for Online CE courses. Please contact technical support if you run into technical difficulty.
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education
at nareg@farranmedia.com