This course is for dentists who provide minimal and moderate sedation and provides didactic instruction for patient assessment and monitoring. Particular emphasis is placed on airway management techniques.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the qualities of dentist leadership of the in-office dental anesthesia team.
Recognize sedation levels and general anesthesia in terms of clinical characteristics and influence on respiratory and cardiovascular function.
Describe essential features of preoperative assessment for patients undergoing dental treatment under sedation or general anesthesia.
Identify principles of patient monitoring distinguishing requirements for moderate sedation versus deep sedation/general anesthesia.
Explain proper airway maintenance during sedation and general anesthesia.
Discuss the proper use of devices for oxygenation and ventilation.
Describe the pathogenesis, recognition and appropriate management of possible complications associated with moderate sedation, including essential pharmacology of emergency drugs that may be required.

Anesthesiology Committee Council on Dental Education and Licensure -

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