LOCAL ANESTHETIC OPTIONS AND INJECTION TECHNIQUES
Local Anesthetic Options and Injections Techniques For The Oral Health Clinician
November 16, 2024 Live Zoom
9am-12pm PST
3CEU
DESCRIPTION:
Understanding which anesthetic is best for your patient can be challenging
especially when there are so many options available. This course guides the learner through the science of anesthetics used in dentistry including non-injectable and injectable, which is best for the procedure, and an overview of the most common injections used in dentistry.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
After this course the learner will be able to:
1. Identify different non-injectable anesthetic solutions and their uses in clinical dental hygiene care.
2. Select appropriate anesthetic solutions for the patient and clinical procedure.
3. Identify anatomical structures related to the PSA, IO, AMSA, IA, and GG injections.
4. Implement delivery technique for the PSA, IO, AMSA, IA, and GG injection.
5. Identify reasons for anesthesia failure.
6. Calculate maximum recommended dose for anesthetics.
