Safe and effective techniques for expanding the use of nitrous oxide oxygen and oral sedatives in dental practice will be thoroughly reviewed. Attendees will have the opportunity to update their knowledge of current best practices, renew their confidence in sedation skills, and maximize the full potential of sedation services within their practice.
The curriculum is tailored to address the specific learning objectives of attendees. Participants are encouraged to present their own sedation cases for a collaborative 360° review, benefiting from the collective expertise of the group and the instructor. The course incorporates real-world scenarios and lessons learned from hundreds of dental practitioners, fostering a practical and engaging learning environment.
Hands-On and Case-Based Activities
Simulation Exercises: Attendees will engage in simulation-based training for airway management, emergency response, and sedation monitoring using realistic scenarios.
Case-Based Workshops: Dentists are invited to bring their own sedation cases for group discussion and collaborative problem-solving, allowing for peer-to-peer learning and instructor feedback.
Equipment Handling: Hands-on practice with monitoring devices, and emergency equipment to ensure familiarity and confidence in real clinical settings.
Learning Outcomes:
Gain a deeper understanding of the RCDSO Sedation Standards of Practice, ensuring compliance with provincial regulations and reducing the risk of regulatory issues.
Master the implementation of nitrous oxide oxygen and/or oral benzodiazepine techniques, enabling the delivery of safe and effective sedation for patients across various age groups and clinical needs.
Enhance patient selection skills through comprehensive medical history evaluation, physical assessment, and procedure planning, leading to improved patient outcomes and practice reputation.
Refine monitoring techniques and equipment usage to uphold the highest standards of patient safety.
Develop the confidence and competence to manage common emergencies in oral moderate sedation, with a strong emphasis on airway management—empowering dentists to respond effectively and protect patient well-being.
Path steps:
- CLASSROOM: Refresher Course: Oral Moderate Sedation & Nitrous Oxide
