sedation dentistry (213) iv sedation (52) sleep dentistry (40) dental sedation (35) oral sedation (25) nitrous oxide sedation (15) dental board (14) moderate sedation (12) intravenous sedation (12) dental conscious sedation (12)
Missouri State Board of Dentistry Rule §4 CSR 110-4.020(8) requires dentists to complete a board-approved comprehensive training program in moderate oral sedation plus at least 15 hours of education covering medical emergencies, anesthesia complications, and patient management, ensure that two team members are patient-monitoring certified, and obtain a permit before providing moderate sedation to their adult patients using oral sedatives (with or without nitrous)*
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*When the intent is minimal sedation for patients of any age, a permit and training are not required, but the ADA sedation guidelines recommend at least 16 hours of appropriate training.