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Fiona Ellwood looks at the current recruitment landscape.
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The article presents a survey revealed the increase in the number of mothers in employment, along with mentions that how Covid-19 pandemic has led to more flexible working hours, with the additional opportunity to work from home.
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The D-DART (Droplet and Aerosol Reducing Tent) is a foldable design that can be attached to the dental chair to prevent the spread of contaminated dental aerosols. The objective of this study was to evaluate the ability of the D-DART to reduce spread of aerosols generated during dental treatment. Thirty-two patients (sixteen per group) undergoing deep ultrasonic scaling were recruited and randomly allocated to groups D-DART or Control (no D-DART). After 20 min from the start of the treatment, the clinician’s face shield and dental chair light were swabbed and the viable microbial load was quantified (ATP bioluminescence analysis, blinded operator). Statistical analyses were performed with Tukey’s Honest Test with a level of significance pre-set at 5%. There were significant increases in ATP values obtained from the operator’s face shield and dental chair light for the Control compared with baseline (31.3 ± 8.5 and fold increase). There was no significant change in microbial load when the D-DART was used compared with baseline (1.5 ± 0.4 fold increase). The D-DART contained and prevented the spread of aerosols generated during deep scaling procedures.
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Laura Yates discusses what types of wipes are most effective for surface decontamination in the dental practice. Aims & objectives: To inform readers about the different definitions in decontamination To explain why decontamination wipes have increased in popularity To explain the history and use of alcohol in dental decontamination To inform readers about why alcohol alone should not be used on heavily contaminated surfaces Learning outcomes: Readers will understand what role wipes play in the decontamination process and when they should be used Readers will understand the theory behind the use of alcohol in dental decontamination Readers will understand the different options for cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and be able to explain their choice of materials
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Leanne Birkett discusses her efforts towards National Smile Month.
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Verne Rice discusses her 30-year career.
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Dental Nursing reached out to its readers on social media to hear their experiences regarding tattoos. Here are some of the responses:
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ObjectivesThe COVID-19 pandemic has posed great challenges to medical professionals worldwide. Dental assistants (DAs) are at exceptionally high risk of infection with SARS-CoV-2 due to frequent and close patient contact and involvement in various high-risk dental procedures. This study aimed to investigate attitudes, stressors and work outcomes among DAs from all over Germany at the peak of cases in spring 2020.DesignCross-sectional study. Descriptive analysis and logistic regression.SettingDental, maxillofacial surgery and orthodontic practices across Germany, April 2020.ParticipantsParticipants aged 18 years and above and currently working as DAs in Germany.Primary and secondary outcome measuresA self-devised online questionnaire was employed comprising questions on SARS-CoV-2-related attitudes, stressors and work outcomes. Validated scales assessed symptoms of depression and anxiety.ResultsAmong 1481 participating DAs (median age 35 years, 98.4% female, 91.8% working in dental practices), major stressors were uncertainty about the pandemic’s temporal scope (97.9% agreement, n=1450), uncertainty about one’s financial situation (87.8%, n=1301), uncertainty about how to act correctly (87.6%, n=1298) and thoughts about a possible infection during work (83.8%, n=1241). Forty-two per cent of DAs (n=622) felt sufficiently prepared for dealing with patients with SARS-CoV-2. Only 17.5% (n=259) agreed that material for personal protection was sufficiently available. Multivariable logistic regression analyses suggested that working in a dental practice, compared with orthodontic and maxillofacial surgery practices, was significantly associated with uncertainty about one’s financial situation (OR 2.13 (95% CI 1.33 to 3.44)) and with the reported availability of personal protective equipment (PPE) (0.55 (0.36 to 0.84)).ConclusionsTraining about correct behaviour of DAs during future infectious disease outbreaks is needed, especially for DAs working in dental practices. In the future, it will also be necessary to strengthen supply chains to ensure that PPE is sufficiently available in a timely manner.
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Being part of a class and a community in a school is a huge part of the experience of learning on campus. Technology is still a struggle at times in class;videos are one valuable tool we use. Since we are a small school, having access to scanners, cerac machines and panoramic machines was another struggle we faced, along with visiting offices as part of our curriculum. Since the pandemic started we are still enrolling students and sending them out on externships where they are now working in dental offices in their new careers.
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[...]as she puts it, "once a dental assistant, always a dental assistant." Dental assisting instructor Betty Sindelar has dealt with those challenges firsthand, and in "Teaching Online During COVID-19 and Beyond," she describes some of her program's creative solutions to the dilemma of online teaching-and learning-in a field where hands-on experience is so vital. Reena Kuba, DDS, MS, has a passion for pediatric dentistry and a commitment to nurturing healthy oral health routines in children. Because good oral health habits lead to better lifelong oral health, in "Barriers to Children's Oral and Dental Health," Dr. Kuba offers some suggestions for dental professionals and parents on mitigating fears and overcoming the most common hurdles to good pediatric dental care.
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Luke Moore asks what it means for dentistry
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In making the nomination, Cathy Roberts, commended his service as the Federal District Trustee to the ADAA Board, noting that "he is always a great addition to the meeting!" Pacific Dental Services and American Diabetes Association Partner To Increase Awareness of the Link Between Oral Health and Diabetes The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) has announced a new partnership with Pacific Dental Services® (PDS) to increase awareness of the link between periodontal disease and diabetes, and how oral health providers can assist patients in preventing and managing this chronic health condition. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, people with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes, probably because people with diabetes are more susceptible to contracting infections. [...]periodontal disease is often considered a complication of diabetes. HIPAA does not prohibit providers from requesting COVID-19 vaccination status The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act does not prohibit any businesses and individuals, including HIPAA-covered entities such as certain health care providers, from asking if someone is vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights.
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Hygienists practicing under general supervision can practice without the onsite presence of a dentist as long as the procedures are authorized and being carried out in accordance with the dentist's diagnosis and treatment plan. * Dental health aid therapists (DHAT) are permitted to provide services under general supervision. Security measures and privacy of protected patient information should be maintained in compliance with state and federal laws. Here are my suggestions for must-haves in your records: * The time and type of contact (e.g., phone call) and the time it finished * If possible, record the interaction * Name of any other person on the call * Why the patient called * If the call is after hours, make sure you record everything in the patient record as soon as you get to the office and note why you could not record the call at the time it happened. * Assuming your staff will bill the insurance, Medicaid, or patient, the dentist should review the record.
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In "The Role of the Dental Assistant: Building Core Values in the Dental Office," Vedasibahen Patel, BDS, MBA-HC, challenges dental assistants to consider how they help shape their team's values. Be aware-and help your practice prepare-by reading "Teledentistry: Avoid Potentially Fraudulent Mistakes," in which Paul Bornstein, DMD details some of the pitfalls to avoid. Read "New State, New Rules: When Dental Assistants Relocate" and let Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA, help you figure out the questions you need to ask.
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[...]bruxism and TMD cases were left largely undiagnosed and untreated. [...]dental professionals must stay informed regarding the latest advancements in equipment and technology as more patients resume in-office visits, especially with this spike in TMJ-related dysfunction. Taking the time and care to get to know your patients on a personalized level creates the opportunity to evaluate their condition as a whole, and offer preventive care techniques individualized to their personal situation. 3 Dr. Christopher Walinski, DDS, is the Director of Laser Dentistry and an Associate Professor of Dental Medicine at the Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM) in New York.
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Rebecca Silver explains the ABCDE approach of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the dental practice
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Lisa McCusker discusses the issues affecting the hiring of dental nurses
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An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on the topics including big events in the dental nursing calendar on the International Team for Implantology Dental Nurses Day;and financial help available to aspiring dental hygienists and therapists.
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Ellen Cummings reviews the Society of British Dental Nurses 2021 conference
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A look at how dental nurses can contribute to best infection control practices