Emergency Medicine in Dentistry: 10-Minutes to Save a Life

Life-threatening emergencies can occur anytime, anywhere and to anyone. Such situations are somewhat more likely to occur within the confines of the dental office due to the increased level of stress that is so often present.

Life-threatening emergencies can occur anytime, anywhere and to anyone. Such situations are somewhat more likely to occur within the confines of the dental office due to the increased level of stress that is so often present.

In this course Dr. Malamed will discuss the areas which are considered vital to a proper understanding of emergency medicine: prevention, preparation, and the basics of recognition and management.

We discuss preparation of the office and staff, including a review of recommended emergency drugs and equipment. We will then review the management of specific emergency situations including unconsciousness, respiratory distress, seizures, and cardiac emergencies.

This course is designed for all members of the dental office staff, not just the doctor and chairside personnel. Situations discussed here can happen outside of the dental environment as well as in the office. Everyone should be prepared!

Learning objectives:

• List and discuss the 4 steps in office preparation for medical emergencies
• List & discuss the indications of the 8 basic emergency drugs
• Discuss the basic protocol for the management of all medical emergencies