Pediatric Dentistry Symposium 2023

Abstract

Pediatric dentists use behavior management techniques with all their patients, many of whom require difficult and potentially painful treatments. Due to severe pathology and past negative experiences associated with dental fear and anxiety, minimal and moderate sedation can be beneficial in easing anxiety, regaining trust, and performing higher quality treatments. However, not all pediatric dentists have received the necessary training to perform safe sedations. This session aims to empower pediatric dentists with knowledge on safe minimal and moderate sedation for the benefit of their patients and themselves.

Learning Objectives

• Understanding dental fear and anxiety
• Understanding the need for precise terminology when incorporating sedation in pediatric dentistry practice
• Defining the levels of sedation: minimal, moderate, deep sedation, and general anesthesia
• Explaining the rescue concept and the safe sedation concept
• Discussing nitrous oxide sedation: objectives of its use, indications, contraindications, and complications
• Learning the minimal sedation technique with nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
• Learning the moderate sedation technique in pediatric dentistry