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Kandis V. Garland, RDH, MS, CDIPC

Kandis V. Garland, RDH, MS, CDIPC, is the dental hygiene program manager at College of Eastern Idaho in Idaho Falls. Her career spans 22 years as a dental hygienist and educator where she has served as clinic coordinator and health and safety coordinator. Her research, which she presents nationally, focuses on infection control. Garland is an active member of the Association for Dental Safety (formerly OSAP) and Dimensions of Dental Hygiene’s Peer Review Panel. She is also a Dimensions Brand Ambassador. Garland can be reached at kandisgarlandrdh@gmail.com.

Infection Control

Face the Threat

Apr 4, 2014

Antibiotic resistance is a global health problem that can be addressed through education, effective infection control protocols, and prudent prescription practices.

Infection Control

Revisit OSHA Compliance

Jun 5, 2013

To ensure the safety of both patients and clinicians, dental practices must adhere to occupational safety and health administration standards.

Infection Control

Separate the Facts from Fiction

Dec 17, 2012

Implementing the CDC “Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings” can be confusing. Here is straight talk on some of the most common misconceptions.

Infection Control