Dear Colleague:

We are thrilled to announce our new season for the Fairfield County hygiene Club with a new and exciting lineup for the 2022-2022 season.

Mark these dates in your calendar and join us: Please look at the enclosed Registration Form for more information on evening seminars. We look forward to a year filled with thought-provoking topics, expert speakers, and lively discussions.

– Rui “Ray” Ma DMD and the Team of Fairfield County Hygiene Club

On-Campus Enrollment Form

FCHC 2022-23 Seminar Itinerary & Registration Packet

September 27, 2022 – Cathie Collier, RDH – Evening Seminar
“ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE THROUGH CULTURAL AWARENESS”

What key factors are essential for dental healthcare workers to consider when patients are seeking treatment? How can we create a pathway to effective treatment planning and patient compliance? This presentation facilitates awareness in cultural identity and humility and discussion how our emotional intelligence may contribute our approach to patient care.

November 16, 2022 – Dianne Watterson, RDH – Online Evening Seminar
“PREVENTION VS. PROSECUTION: Patient Care Issues in Dentistry”

The practice of dentistry and dental hygiene involves adhering to strict standards of care and observing appropriate standards of ethics and jurisprudence. This course examines the best methods for producing desirable results to avoid injury. Clinical standards are reflected in various case histories. We will dissect some of the most challenging communication scenarios in the dental office, such as what to say when patients reject treatment recommendations or necessary radiographs and implementing an informed consent/informed refusal protocol. Every attendee will gain useful information to improve his/her own communication skills.

February 7, 2023 – Cathie Collier, RDH – Evening Seminar
“LET’S REVIEW YOUR OFFICE COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST”

Staying current with OSHA, Infection Control and Public Health guidelines can be overwhelming. This presentation will address policies, procedures and practices that are an essential part of your compliance checklist. Discussion includes CDC guidelines for promoting aerosol awareness and protection for employees. Find out what policies, posters and protocols are required for your practice.

April 27, 2023 – Stephanie Koo, DMD – Evening Seminar
“ANTIBIOTICS IN DENTISTRY REVISITED”

Does your patient need pre-medication before the appointment? Should they be on antibiotic premedication for the rest of their lives as they were told? This lecture will update you on the latest evidence on antibiotic prescription in the dental healthcare setting and how to practice responsible use of antibiotics.