Dental Practice Compliance

Sound Advice: Protecting Your Hearing in the World of Dentistry Update

In the world of dental magic, the noise levels can be, well, less than magical. The high-pitched whine of handpieces, the hiss of compressed air, vacuum systems, model trimmers, an

Why Dental Infection Control Requires a Proactive Approach

Don't Wait for the Complaint: Why Infection Control Requires a Proactive Approach For most dental practices and dental laboratories, infection control is something that happens eve

Dental 3D Printing Compliance: Is Your Dental Practice at Risk?

Dental 3D printing has made chairside care faster, more precise, and more profitable. What most dentists don't realize is that the technology also brought four new sets of federal

OSHA Hazard Communication Update: Has Your Workplace Kept Pace?

The first major compliance deadline under OSHA's revised Hazard Communication Standard has arrived. These hazard communication changes have the potential to impact your business.

Keep Calm and Scrub On: The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Healthcare

Now is the perfect reminder to revisit the cornerstone of infection control: hand hygiene! Sure, you've got top-notch equipment, carefully selected PPE, and a friendly chairside ma

ADS Institute for Dental Safety Advances Infection Control Leadership

Published July 22, 2025 | Updated: September 1, 2026 When the Association for Dental Safety (ADS, formerly OSAP) announced the creation of the ADS Institute for Dental Safety and S

Fire Prevention in the Workplace - How to Use Fire Extinguishers

Fire Prevention: Risks in Dental Labs & Dental Practices

October Is National Fire Prevention Month

The Importance of Properly Fitting PPE - Personal Protective Equipment

Have you ever been given Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that simply doesn't fit? PPE that is too large, too small, or otherwise poorly fitted may not provide the protection in

Proper PPE Removal for Infection Control

Preventing the spread of infection is a constant duty for workers who have potential exposure to infectious materials in the workplace. In healthcare settings, including dental, ap

Georgia Dental CE Requirements for Infection Control & Waterlines

Georgia's Infection Control CE Requirement Contaminated dental unit waterlines have caused documented infections in dental patients nationwide, including nearly 30 children in Geor

Understanding the ADA Code of Ethics: A Guide for Dental Professionals

As dental pros, we have a responsibility to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and provide the best possible care to our patients. The American Dental Association (ADA

Hand Protection: Hands Matter When Protecting Your Digits in Dentistry

The hand, with its intricate structure of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, is a crucial component in performing a wide range of tasks. Not only is healthy hand function impo

Dental Infection Control Awareness Month

Published: September 2023 by Kellie Thimmes | Updated by Mary Bartlett: September 1, 2026 Every September, the dental community pauses to recognize Dental Infection Control Awarene

National Preparedness Month - A Workplace Emergency Preparedness Guide

Every September, National Preparedness Month brings nationwide attention to a simple idea: prepare for emergencies before they happen. While hurricanes often receive the most atten

Tornado Preparedness In the Workplace

Severe weather season brings a heightened risk of tornadoes across much of the country, and many states designate a Severe Weather Preparedness Week each year — typically in late w

How to Create an Emergency Action Plan for Your Business: OSHA Guide

Updated: August 26, 2026 A fire alarm goes off. A chemical line ruptures. Severe weather rolls in with twenty minutes' notice. In the moment, your employees don't need a policy bin