Sedation Organizations Endorse AAP Pediatric Guidelines
In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued guidelines for deep sedation and anesthesia of children undergoing dental procedures. Now, the American.
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The Consequences of the 2019 AAPD Sedation Guidelines
Recent deaths of pediatric sedation patients have prompted revised guidelines for patient safety. A joint position paper from the American Academy of Pediatric.
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Coalition Forms to Oppose Illinois Anesthesia Bill
The Illinois Legislature is now considering House Bill 2813, which would allow Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to administer anesthesia without supervision from.
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AAP Updates Guidelines for Pediatric Dental Sedation
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidance on sedation for dental procedures in children in a clinical report written in.
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National Emergency Standards Will Increase Dental Patient Safety
Dental offices need a national standard for medical emergency preparedness (MEP) and inspections. Well publicized deaths in dental offices are prompting outside groups.
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Dental Anesthesiology Finally Gets the Recognition It Deserves
I entered into my dental anesthesiology residency program with full knowledge and understanding that I would not graduate as a “specialist” within dentistry. My.
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SDF Programs Could Save Millions for Medicaid
Substituting silver diamine fluoride (SDF) for traditional restorative care in treating young children for tooth decay could significantly cut Medicaid spending over three.
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ADA Now Recognizes Dental Anesthesiology as a Specialty
The ADA has officially recognized dental anesthesiology as a dental specialty, according to a letter from Charles H. Norman, DDS, chair of the.
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NYU Opens Oral Health Center for People With Disabilities
The New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry has opened its Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities. Located in the school’s Weissman.
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Protections for Children with Dental Sedation (Part 1)
Children are far more vulnerable to morbidity and mortality from sedation than adults, reports the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public.
