This course will provide and update on the main occupational hazards that dental teams need to be aware of within their practice through the following sections.

Antimicrobial agents (antibiotics, antifungals and antivirals)

Antibiotics – Use and Abuse
This provides an update on the newer anti-microbial agents, and reviews some of the good “old-fashioned” antibiotics that still work and are safe, but also serves to remind you of their limitations and the specific indications for their use.

Antifungal Agents
Antiviral Agents (including Anti-COVID Agents and Medications)

Infectious Diseases: an update for the dental team
New and re-emerging infectious diseases can pose a threat to you, your staff and your patients. This aspect of the program will update you regarding these infectious threats and what measures can be taken to protect you, your staff, your patients and your practice.

Blood-Bourne Infections

• HIV
• Hepatitis C
• Hepatitis B

Air-Bourne Infections

• Tuberculosis
• Varicella (Chicken Pox)
• COVID19 and SARS