Dental Infection Control in the Post COVID-19 Era

Training Provider: Nanyang Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2025055515
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About This Course

The COVID-19 pandemic has permanently altered the landscape of dental healthcare, necessitating new and updated infection control measures, patient management strategies, and workplace protocols. This course is designed to equip dental professionals and auxiliaries with the latest post-pandemic guidelines, evidence-based infection prevention techniques, and best practices to ensure patient and staff safety in dental clinics. Practical activities and case studies ensure an engaging, hands-on learning experience that participants can immediately apply in their professional roles.

What You'll Learn

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand COVID-19’s impact on dentistry and identify emerging infection risks.
2. Implement enhanced infection prevention measures, including personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols and environmental decontamination.
3. Apply revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in dental clinics to minimize cross-infection risks.
4. Recognize post-pandemic oral health trends (e.g., increase in periodontitis, delayed dental care).
5. Manage aerosol-generating procedures (AGPs) safely to reduce viral transmission risks.
6. Enhance patient communication and care for individuals with post-COVID conditions or anxiety.
7. Ensure mental well-being and resilience in the post-pandemic healthcare environment.

Entry Requirements

1. English language proficiency at the professional working level.

Course Details

Duration 7 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Not specified
Total Enrolled New course
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