Inhalation Sedation for Children – An Update (DWD01JUNE2026)

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SubjectSedation
DescriptionThis half day course will update participants on the use of inhalation sedation for children. An update on current guidelines will be given including sedation assessment and practical delivery of inhalation sedation as well as ideas for audit, what we should be recording and sustainability with regard to nitrous oxide.
Additional information

For those already practicing sedation

VenueMicrosoft Teams, Microsoft Teams - Virtual  View details
Date & timeMonday 1 June 2026, 09:00 to 12:15
LecturerNadiya Suida  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Nurse (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£15.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours3:00
Cost£30.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

To provide an overview of the provision of inhalation sedation (IHS) with nitrous oxide and oxygen for dental care in children.

Objectives
  • Update of theory and pharmacology of nitrous oxide sedation
  • Practical tips on the use of IHS in children, including assessment
  • Governance and sustainability surrounding IHS
Learning outcomes
  • Understand the historical background and theoretical basis for the use of nitrous oxide in IHS
  • Understand the practical aspects of using nitrous oxide for IHS, including indications and contraindications to use
  • Updated on the current guidelines in conscious sedation for dentistry including clinical governance and sustainability regarding use of nitrous oxide