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Effective Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration for Children

COURSE NUMBER: 92

Steven Schwartz, DDS; Jayakumar Jayaraman, BDS, MDS, FDSRCS, MS, PhD

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

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Administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis is a safe and effective technique for reducing and eliminating anxiety during dental treatment. This course on Effective Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration for Children will descr...

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Overview

Administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis is a safe and effective technique for reducing and eliminating anxiety during dental treatment. This course on Effective Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration for Children will describe the objectives, indications and contraindications, and technique for successful administration of nitrous oxide to the pediatric patient.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Nov 20, 2006

  • Last Revision Date:

    Dec 16, 2021

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Dec 15, 2024

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    340, 430

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Understand the characteristics and properties of nitrous oxide.
  • Discuss the indications and contraindications for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
  • Discuss the objectives of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
  • Choose the right patient for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
  • Discuss the administration technique for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.

  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.


Note:  Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Jayakumar Jayaraman reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
  • Dr. Schwartz was a member of the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.

The P&G team wishes to express its sadness over the loss of our colleague and friend, Dr. Steven Schwartz, who passed away on October 25, 2018. He was a tremendous help on impacting thousands of dental professionals through CE, making dental...

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Submission Information

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CE Broker For all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.

Recognition

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Approved PACE Program Provider

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Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.