Updates in Waterline Safety Management

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

September 2025 Course
Expires: Saturday, September 30th, 2028

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Abstract

Acknowledging safe dental unit water as a fundamental standard of care marks a critical evolution in dentistry. This presentation addresses this emerging imperative, underscoring the necessity for dental practices to elevate their protocols to meet these minimum standards. It outlines the essential steps for ensuring water safety, including proper testing, treatment, and shocking procedures tailored for dental settings. This presentation stresses the importance of designating an infection control coordinator to spearhead these initiatives, ensuring that dental care providers not only meet but exceed the expectations in patient safety and care.

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CREDITS: 1 SI
AGD CODE: 148 - Infection Control
COST: $0.00
PROVIDER: Conexiant Education
SOURCE: CDEWorld | September 2025
COMMERCIAL SUPPORTER: Solmetex

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the importance of safe dental unit water.
  • Describe the essential steps for ensuring water safety.
  • Explain the role of an infection control coordinator.

Author Qualifications:

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, is a dental hygienist, educator, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor’s in Health Science and a Master’s in Dental Hygiene Education, along with certifications in infection control and myofunctional therapy. Michelle founded MichelleStrangeRDH and Level Up Infection Prevention to support dental professionals. She is also the owner of Smile-Logic, a patient-centered dental hygiene practice in Colorado, where she combines clinical expertise with innovation to advance the profession.

Disclosures:

Ms. Strange has received an honorarium from Conexiant Education for her preparation and presentation of this program.

Queries for the presenter may be directed to justin.romano@broadcastmed.com.