Courses

Laryngospasm is a sudden laryngeal and glottic contracture that makes it difficult for a patient to speak or breathe. During this 90-minute presentation, Allan Schwartz, DDS, CRNA and Sedation Consultant, will thoroughly review the anatomy of the airway and the protective mechanisms the human body has in place to safeguard the airway. After a triggering episode, the vocal cords can strongly spasm, and can partially or completely close off any efforts of inspiration and expiration. This course is worth 1.5 CE.

1.5 CE hours

Patient monitoring is a crucial component of any IV or oral sedation dentistry practice, and a well-trained team can ensure patient safety. Presented in conjunction with the Washington AGD, this comprehensive course will teach qualified Washington team members proper anesthesia monitoring for maximized patient comfort and increased practice productivity. WA team members will qualify for 16 hours of CE credit after successfully completing the online video modules and live, in-person training on July 12, 2024.

This Light Sedation online course qualifies for Oregon’s nitrous oxide permit renewal requirements*. It provides 4 hours of CE credit that is issued with a digital certificate upon successful completion and a minimum exam score of 75%.

Presented by Dr. Anthony Feck, Dean of Faculty for DOCS Education, this special program focuses on 25 critical safety tips tailored for sedation dentists who are treating a diverse patient population. Even if you have a perfect record, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and increase your confidence level, while benefitting from a quarter-century of sedation dentistry training. A Q&A session from the original recording follows for additional insights. It is worth 1.5 CE.

This online course qualifies for 1.5 hours of CE credit that is automatically issued with a digital certificate upon completion.

IV sedation has proven to be one of the safest procedures in dentistry, however, it’s important to regularly evaluate chair-side experiences that don’t go as planned. In IV Case Reviews, DOCS Education and Dr. Anthony Feck present 10 IV sedation cases involving patients with a variety of ages, physical conditions, medical issues, and outcomes. Even when a problem isn’t your fault, you can still be held responsible, so an ounce of prevention can save a life as well as your practice.

1.5 CE

An informed, well-trained team is invaluable to every sedation dentist. Through careful assessment and identification of potential health conditions, the doctor and team can provide the highest quality of care and a safe sedation experience. Presented by DOCS Education with Dr. Carol Wilson, this invaluable course will help the dental team learn the ASA Classifications and evaluate which common medical conditions signify red flags in the patient history. You’ll learn proper protocols for specific complications as well as the limitations of ASA.

1.5 CE