In the first episode of Season 3 of the Level Up Infection Prevention Podcast, host Michelle Strange discusses the intricacies of infection control in dental settings with Alyssa Aberle. They dive deep into the specifics of disinfection, barrier use, and environmental infection control, offering practical insights and strategies to elevate infection control practices. The conversation highlights common misconceptions, the importance of terminology, and the need for standard operating procedures. They also discuss the impact of patient observation and awareness on infection control practices. Alyssa emphasizes the role of team training and standardized practices using barriers and proper disinfection protocols.   00:00 Welcome to Season Three 00:39 Introduction to Disinfection and Barriers 02:04 Common Misconceptions in Infection Control 05:05 Importance of Standard Operating Procedures 07:31 Cross Contamination Awareness 15:13 Effective Use of Barriers 15:26 Protocols for Spray-Wipe-Spray 19:21 Nuances in Environmental Infection Control 26:58 Team Coordination and Best Practices 32:31 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   To contact Alyssa Aberle: Social Media Handle: @AlyssaRDH (Instagram, Facebook, and Tiktok)  Company: Laudenslager Seminars  

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