Episode 562 · May 8, 2024

The Infection Control Coordinator's Impact on Dental Practices

The Infection Control Coordinator's Impact on Dental Practices

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Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

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Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, has more than two decades of dental expertise, beginning as a dental assistant and then obtaining her degree as a dental hygienist, also completing a bachelor's degree in health science from the Medical University of South Carolina and a master's in dental hygiene education from the University of Bridgeport. She continues to invest in ongoing education, gaining relevant certifications such as her Certificate in Dental Infection Prevention and Control. Her community and global endeavors demonstrate her passion for dentistry, from volunteering locally as a dental hygienist to her worldwide missions. Currently, Michelle is a cofounder of Level Up Infection Prevention, A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast, the client success manager for TeleDent by MouthWatch, owner of MichelleStrangeRDH, and a practicing dental hygienist.

Episode Summary

Why is it so important to have a designated ICC in your practice? Why can't your assistant handle all the infection control protocol? Or can they? This episode will clarify some of the confusion on this topic and really nail down why an ICC can be a game-changer for your practice. Our guest is Michelle Strange, a registered dent hygienist with a masters in Dental hygiene education. She brings over 20 years of experience to her numerous roles in dentistry. You can get more information including Michelle's ICC guidebook at https://www.levelupip.com/.

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dentaldentistViva Learning OriginalsInfection ControlPractice Management

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