"Infection Prevention - Close to Perfection: What's Required for Regulation Compliance"

2.0 Clinical CEUs

Monday, September 17, 2018

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Please join NHDHA for an interactive presentation by speaker

Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH

Course Objectives:

1. Recognize the specific requirements and how they can be incorporated into every day practice

2. Differentiate the guidelines for various sterilization process; hand washing and patient protection

3. Demonstrate effective cleaning and disinfectant techniques in the operatory

4. Distinguish what changes are necessary in your office setting

AGENDA

5:30 - 6:00 PM Registration and Refreshments

6:00 - 8:00 PM Tricia Osuna, "Infection Prevention - Close to Perfection"

2.0 Clinical CEUs

REGISTRATION FEES

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT:

$5.00 OFF PRICES LISTED BELOW WHEN YOU REGISTER BY 3/31/18!

NHDHA / ADHA MEMBER: $45
SADHA MEMBER: $25
NOT-YET A MEMBER, DENTIST, OR ASSISTANT: $60

Registration Deadline is September 10, 2018.

Payment Options: Credit cards and checks accepted. Checks must be received in the NHDHA office by September 10. Pay with credit card by clicking on the PayPal button in the Registration Form. PayPal account is not required.

Refund Policy: Cancellations received by 9/10/18 will be refunded less a 25% administrative fee. No refunds accepted on or after 9/11/18.

Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH

Tricia Osuna, RDH, BSDH, FAADH is a University of Southern California graduate, Past President and Fellow of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene and Past President the California Dental Hygienists’ Association. Tricia has over 39 years of experience as a dental hygienist to share with her audiences. Her lengthy background in clinical practice along with education has offered her the opportunity to share real-life clinical experiences in her courses for over 20 years. Tricia presents on topics such as new products, infection control, ergonomics, oral cancer, organ donation and recipient patient care and more! She has been extremely involved in leadership in her profession for her entire career as an enthusiastic lifelong CDHA and ADHA member and a dedicated advocate for advancing the profession. She was appointed to the Dental Board of California in 2002 for a four-year term. Tricia is the 2015 recipient of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Alfred C. Fones Award for her dedication to leadership. Also recognized for her many efforts and contributions to the Dental Hygiene profession, Tricia has received several awards including the CDHA’s President’s Recognition Award, the ADHA Bausch and Lomb Distinctions in Dental Hygiene Award and the ADHA Distinguished Service Award. Tricia has authored numerous articles on topics such as: Empowering Dental Hygienists, Magnification, Xerostomia, Digital Radiography, Ergonomics, The use of Safety Syringes, Handpiece Selection Criteria, Intra Oral Cameras, Amalgam Separators and Local Anesthetic Reversal Agents as well as a chapter in the book, Demystifying Smiles, on fluoride utilization. An author, clinician, educator, consultant, international presenter, mentor and business owner her passion for dental hygiene radiates in her presentations!

Upcoming Events

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November 8th - Independent Practice 101: Owning a Dental Hygiene Business, Somersworth

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October 13th - Oral Pathology and the Assessment Process: It's Risky Business, Manchester

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