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NEW ADA GUIDELINES AND DENTAL BOARD OF REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS ADDRESS INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL AND INCLUDE OTHER MANDATORY CHANGES
August 2010
NEW ADA GUIDELINES AND BOARD OF REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
Recognizing the increased demand for infection prevention guidance in dental facilities the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry have issued a statement to dental practices to follow the CDC's Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health Care Settings.
In addition, dental practices must address and implement other regulatory changes as highlighted below:
- Health-Care Personnel (HCP) Work Restrictions
- Management Of Occupational Exposures
- Safety Device Evaluation
- Hand Sanitizer Restrictions
- Dental Instrument Processing
- Dental Water-Quality Concerns For Dental Unit Waterline
The Dental Board Of Registration New Requirements
The new regulations include sweeping changes that significantly expand the scope of previous regulations applicable to all dental practices.
- License Renewal Requirement Contingencies
- Required Equipment And Supplies When Local Anesthesia Is Administered
- Medical Record /Radiograph Retention
- Personnel Identification
- Informed Consent
- Written Emergency Protocols
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