COVID-19 INFORMATION
ADA Guidance During COVID-19 Crisis
Study suggests new coronavirus may remain on surfaces for days
OSAP
The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is a growing community of clinicians, educators, researchers, and industry representatives who advocate for safe and infection-free delivery of oral healthcare. OSAP focuses on strategies to improve compliance with safe practices and on building a strong network of recognized infection control experts. OSAP offers an extensive online collection of resources; publications, FAQs, checklists and toolkits that help dental professionals deliver the safest dental visit possible for their patients. Plus, online and live courses help advance the level of knowledge and skill for every member of the dental team
OSAP supports CDC efforts to guide the dental profession in providing the safest care possible.
CDC
- Guidelines for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV Exposure Management (June 2006)
- Recommends infection control practices for dentistry
- Updated recommendations
PEP
The National Clinicians Post Exposure Prophylaxis Hotline (PEPline) offers clinicians 24 hour advice on managing occupational exposures such as HIV. Hepatitis, and other bloodborne pathogens (i.e. needlesticks, splashes, etc.). PEP is available to respond to your call 24hours a day 7 days a week.
OSHA
With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. OSHA enforces laws for occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens