In this episode of the Level of Infection Prevention Podcast, our guest is Duane Tinker, also known as the “Tooth Cop.” He is one of the top compliance experts in the country, has over 20 years as an Emergency Medical Technician and ten years as a Law Enforcement Officer. His unique experiences have given him a unique perspective and a wealth of ex…

The ability to organize objects for rapid access is the golden grail in all facets of life. It saves you time and effort in recovering these items, as well as money on perishable foods that have been stored and forgotten. Tina discusses how Zirc has aided professionals, including private practitioners, by giving adequate and quick solutions to typi…

In this episode of the Level Up Infection Prevention Podcast, we have invited Rolando Mia from Zyris- a company known for a product called Isolite. We’re going to dive into what’s happening in their company, the problems they’re having, and how are they coming up with a solution to mitigate infections during this pandemic era. Stay tuned! What’s ha…

In recent decades, medical modernization has progressed to new heights by providing high-quality services to clients. Inventions and modifications to existing equipment are critical to realizing these advancements. In today’s episode, Michael Infanger discusses his inventions, which help dentists and hygienists deliver better care to their patients…

Keyboards and mouse are essential computer peripherals. Keyboards are used to input data while the mouse interacts with anything on the screen. These two components are the most used peripherals, exposed to the environment, and the ones that we are always in contact with. Thus, it is crucial for these peripherals to always be cleaned and disinfecte…

The N95 mask is a safety standard in healthcare and vitally important to protecting healthcare workers and patients. Luckily, with the help of bringing an innovative mask technology to the healthcare market, the strapless N-95 mask was born. In this episode, we have invited Scott Chasin and Dr. Lisa Kane. Today, they share the benefits and importan…

In this episode of the Level Up Infection Prevention Podcast, we have invited Jim Langeloh from Dove Dental Products, a company dedicated to developing and bringing to the market cost-effective disposables for increasing patient safety. With their new products in the market, Jim shares his time to explain their latest products, all about backflow i…

Unhygienic practices have always been frowned upon in various industries. From the food you eat, the clothes you wear, to even the water you drink, hygiene is an essential aspect that everyone needs to take seriously. This sentiment should be more emphasized in the medical field, particularly in dentistry, where dentists use water to clean your mou…

In this episode of the Level Up Infection Prevention Podcast, our guest is Debra Dencek. She is the Founder and CEO of CordEze, a registered dental hygienist, and a certified ergonomic assessment specialist. Dencek graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, and she continues to work clinically while promo…

In this episode of the Level of Infection Prevention Podcast, our guest is Debora Carrier. She is the Founder and CEO of Twice as Nice Uniforms, a company that creates stylish scrubs with a performance liner that regulates your body temperature, wicks moisture, and is antimicrobial. For the last five years, Debora has been dedicated to developing t…

Episode 2: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention Michelle Strange, and India Chance are addressing PPE! Today we talk about what is included in personal protective equipment, your responsibilities, as well as your employers, and how OSHA comes into play. Episode Highlights: Getting back to the basics What is included as PPE Who provides PPE OSHA S…

Episode 10: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing sharps safety and safe injection control practices! Episode Highlights: Workplace Controls/ Engineering Controls Protocols Screen, Evaluate, Monitor, Document, and Repeat Utility Gloves Quotes: “I did some really horrible things early in my career i…

Episode 9: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing dental unit waterlines! This is one of India and Michelle’s favorite topics! Episode Highlights: Dental Unit Waterline Safety Lawsuits Municipal vs. self-contained water Dead Leg Testing Logs Quotes: “People get the suction and waterline confused, wi…

Episode 8: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing vaccination and other precautions you should take for your personal wellness and safety! Episode Highlights: The link between professional burnout and infection control Immunization recommendations Operator Fatigue Stay home if you are sick! Ergonomi…

Episode 7: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing product selection! This is super important and not as straightforward as you may think! Episode Highlights: Products for Individual Team Members Products for Individual Ops/ Team Members Safety of Products/ Product Selection Who governs these product…

Episode 6: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing written record-keeping. Episode Highlights: Commonly Requested Logs Hepatitis B Vaccination Employee Medical Health Record Digital vs. Written Incident Reports and Log Helpful Resources Compliance Health Officers Quotes: “Hepatitis B is the only vacc…

Episode 5: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing environmental infection control… one of Michelle’s favorite topics! Episode Highlights: What is environmental infection control Op set up to encourage environmental infection control 1 step vs 2 step disinfecting processes EPA registration number Bar…

Episode 4: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing op reprocessing. What to do when you come back to your op and need to turn it over. Episode Highlights: Operatory Reprocessing Timeline and Steps Efficiency Barriers What can be done with Clean Hands Standard Operating Procedures Quotes: “This isn’t j…

Episode 3: Today on Level Up Infection Prevention, Michelle Strange and India Chance are addressing instrument reprocessing. Episode Highlights: Sterilization vs. Disinfection Categories, Critical, Semi- Critical, Non- Critical Sharps Containers and Cassettes Utility Gloves and PPE Waterlines Cold Sterile and Holding Solution Follow the recipe, and…

Episode 1: Michelle Strange and India Chance are pleased to bring you a new podcast to boost your infection control knowledge called Level Up Infection Prevention! We hope this inspired you to learn more and provide the resources to do so! In this episode Michelle and India let you know what to expect from the show, and tackle the Infection Control…