Inhalation sedation (SW-25-09-08-01)

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SubjectAnxiety control and sedation
DescriptionThis afternoons webinar will provide a thorough overview and update on how to use inhalation sedation for conscious sedation in dentistry. It will include information on physiology, pharmacology, patient selection, consent and record keeping health and safety and sustainability, set up and use of inhalation sedation as well as practical tips and demonstration videos. Suitable for all members of the team providing sedation as part of the requirements for the recommended 12 hours of sedation-related verifiable CPD in each 5 year cycle.
Additional information

There will be a short break mid way through the webinar.

This webinar will not be recorded.

VenueMS Teams, Virtual - N/A - Virtual  View details
Date & timeMonday 8 September 2025, 14:00 to 17:00
LecturerVictoria Swan  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Nurses, hygienists, therapists, managers (£15.00pp discount), or Dentist

Development outcomeC
Course styleWebinar
CateringNone
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours3:00
Cost£30.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

The course aims to provide participants with an update on providing inhalational sedation for dental treatment.


Objectives

By the end of the course participants should be able to:

1. describe the relevant anatomy, physiology and pharmacology of nitrous oxide.

2. explain how to carry out a patient assessment

3. identify the relevant components of the machine, breathing systems and scavenging required to deliver safe inhalation sedation.

4. describe clinical techniques and complications

5. list the Standards applied to Inhalation sedation

6. recognise the sustainability issues associated with the use of nitrous oxide.

Learning outcomes

Participants should have:


· an updated knowledge on the provision of safe and effective inhalation sedation.

· Gain confidence in the safe administration of nitrous oxide.

· Be more confident in patient assessment and dealing with potential complications.

· Appreciate the environmental impacts of the use of this gas