The session will:

1. Address the persistent issue of Non-Tuberculosis Mycobacterium (NTM) infections following dental procedures in children.
2. Explore the underlying causes, recent trends, and gaps in current understanding and practices that contribute to the continued occurrence of NTM infections.
3. Provide a broad overview of DUWL management practices including methods available to disinfect and test dental water quality
4. Shine light on the most encountered hurdles to DUWL maintenance and testing including attitudes, knowledge gaps and practical application in individual, group practice settings and larger institutions.
5. Provide insight into the latest research and advancements in preventing NTM infections and identify important attributes to enhance global leadership for the delivery of infection prevention.

Learning Objectives

• Describe current emerging issues and challenges related to dental unit waterlines-related infections and understand the recent trends in NTM infections following dental procedures in children.
• Demonstrate the implementation of DUWL practices and develop actionable strategies to reduce the incidence of NTM infections related to dental care.
• Apply the knowledge for understanding and overcoming barriers to institute a successful DUWL management protocol whether in individual and group practice settings or larger institutions