Master Series
About This Event
Individuals suffering from chronic medical problems are one of the fastest-growing segments of your patient population. Advanced sedation dentistry has changed the dynamics of caring for medically complex patients, allowing large numbers of those suffering from chronic medical and psychological problems to be seen and safely treated in-office by a qualified general dentist. DOCS faculty members Anthony S. Feck, DMD, and Leslie Shu-Tung Fang, MD, PhD, have developed the Master Series: Advanced Sedation training course for general dentists in the pharmacology, physiology, psychology, and clinical techniques necessary to safely treat them. You will learn to safely manage sedation and non-sedation appointments of ASA III+ patients with asthma, diabetes, bleeding disorders, and more in this case-based, didactic program. Now with NEW updated information on patient selection for 2025! Adult Oral Sedation Dentistry or current sedation permit is a prerequisite for this course.
16 hours CE
Learning Objectives
- Learn the critical implications of next generation medications on sedation dentistry
- Review how certain patients react to analgesics or benzodiazepines
- Discuss the stress and impact of a long appointment on patients with different conditions
- NEW: Learn about the seven patient selection deal-breakers for the medically compromised
- Understand the importance of monitoring consciousness and vital physiological parameters during sedation
- Develop strategies for communicating realistic sedation expectations with patients
- Identify the risks associated with sedation during pregnancy
- Recognize potential red flags during heart rate monitoring such as EKG abnormalities, tachycardia, and bradycardia
- Understand how to measure and assess blood pressure, and identify conditions or medications that could cause hypertension or hypotension.