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Practicing Guided Biofilm Therapy as a Hygienist

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Categories: Dental Hygiene

Author(s): Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

CE Supporter:EMS Dental

Target Audience: Dentists from novice to advanced,Dental Hygienist,Dental Assistants

AGD Credits: 1.00

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Educational Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:
  • List the 8-steps of Guided Biofilm Management
  • Implement open-ended questions for improved patient motivation 
  • Describe ways to prepare an office for Guided Biofilm Therapy
  • Recognize how GBT promotes better patient health outcomes 

Abstract

Learning how to practice with a systematic, predictable method of biofilm management like Guided Biofilm Therapy in private practice can present barriers, even for the most motivated team members. Taking the show on the road has its own set of obstacles. This course will discuss ways to be a temp hygienist while implementing an eight-step system that focuses on biofilm management and patient motivation.

Additional Information

Author Bio

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, brings over 20 years of experience to her numerous roles in dentistry. A graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina with a Bachelor's of Health Science and the University of Bridgeport with a Master's in Dental Hygiene Education, she focuses her career on expanding the knowledge of her colleagues in all aspects of health care. Her passion for dentistry and its connection to overall health extends to her community and global efforts. Michelle was the co-founder and the FIRE and ENERGY that made the A Tale of Two Hygienists podcast. Currently, she is the owner of Level Up Infection Prevention, MichelleStrangeRDH, a key-opinion leader, writer, content creator, infection control consultant, and a practicing dental hygienist. Michelle’s passion for dentistry extends to her community, where she volunteers frequently and participates in global missions. In 2021, Michelle decided to sell everything, pack up a 12ft trailer, and live her dream traveling country, possibly the world. Michelle has her dental hygiene license in the many states she has been living in, making her one of the few roaming dental hygienists in the country. Michelle has adventurous spirit that is front and center these days.

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This free Dental Learning presentation is made possible through the continued support of EMS Dental. Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH is a consultant and/or speaker for the following companies and/or organizations: Dental Learning, EMS Dental. Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH may receive an honorarium as compensation from the CE Supporter of this presentation and/or from Dental Learning for the time involved in preparing and delivering this online presentation.

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