Biological Hygiene in the Dental Operatory

Samantha Bio:

Samantha Burnell is a Certified Biological Dental Hygienist with over 23 years of hands-on clinical experience in both conventional and biological dental settings. She is a recognized speaker, consultant, and advocate who is passionate about elevating the standard of care while supporting and protecting the professionals who deliver it. Samantha serves as Hygiene Committee Chair, Director of Operations, and Board Member for the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM), where she helps guide educational initiatives and professional standards. As the owner of Last Green Valley Dental Consulting and Mentoring, she works with practices of all philosophies—conventional, integrative, and biological—to improve systems, strengthen teams, and implement practical protocols that enhance patient care and long-term sustainability.

Fran Bio:

Frances K. Horning, BRDH, is the Associate Director of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine; she serves on their Board, is on the Hygiene Committee and a Certified and Accredited Biological Dental Hygienist. Additionally, she is a Hygiene Committee member, mentor, and lecturer for the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. She was formerly the Qualitative Director and department head in charge of quality control and training and implementation of biological protocols in the most prominent biological practice in her state. Additionally, she is a coach and trainer of biological dentistry and biological dental hygiene and the owner of Integrative Perio Solutions LLC and Hygiene Naturally. Fran is an active member of the IABDM, IAOMT, ADHA, and AAOSH. Her presentations and training receive rave reviews.

Biological Hygiene in the Dental Operatory

The IABDM has collaborated with Dental Studies Institute (DSI) to offer:

BIOLOGICAL HYGIENE IN THE DENTAL OPERATORY A Full-Day Virtual CE Workshop

8:00am-5:00pm

Live Interactive Virtual Workshop

8 CEUs $349 (discounted pricing for three or more participants)

This workshop is designed for Dentists, Registered Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Office Managers, and Infection Control Coordinators who want to strengthen their understanding of biological hygiene protocols. No prior background required — all experience levels welcome.

10% Discount for 3 or More Participants!

Join us for a focused, full-day virtual workshop covering everything you need to know about biological hygiene in the modern dental practice. Whether you are new to the topic or looking to sharpen your clinical protocols, this intensive CE day meets you where you are and takes you further. Earn 8 CE credit hours from the comfort of your home or office, with no travel required.

Requirements to attend a live webinar:

You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e. Zoom).
To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone,or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
A webcam so the teacher can see you
Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
Instructors may call on participants.
To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.

Certificates of Completion are emailed to students approximately 5 business days after the course.

This program is for the full dental staff – no prior skills are needed to attend.

The teaching method will be in a lecture format with a Q & A period.

DSI Staff or administration do not have any commercial interest or relationship to the speaker.

The content and format of the Continuing Education course is presented without commercial bias and does not claim superiority of any commercial product or service. No DSI Staff have any financial relationship with the speaker or company.