Medical Emergencies

Immersion Into
Dental Office Medical Emergencies

Evidence-Based. Clinically Focused. Practical.

COURSE AT A GLANCE

COURSE OVERVIEW

Dental office medical emergencies can happen unexpectedly. This comprehensive course examines the recognition, preparation, and management of commonly occurring medical emergencies in the dental setting, with an emphasis on practical response, emergency preparedness, appropriate equipment, and evidence-based protocols.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Recognize common medical emergencies
Establish an Emergency Action Plan
Understand emergency equipment
Monitor vital signs & oxygen saturation
Manage syncope, hypertension, hypotension
Respond to cardiac, respiratory & neurological events
Handle allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
Use emergency medications appropriately
Address local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST)

COURSE OVERVIEW

Module 1 - Dental Office Emergency Preparedness

Why emergencies happen • Emergency Action Plan • Vital signs • Equipment & AED • Staff training

Module 2 - Common Dental Office Medical Emergencies

Syncope • Hypertension • Hypotension • ACS/MI • Cardiac arrest • Anaphylaxis • Stroke • Seizures • Hypoglycemia • Asthma • Airway obstruction

Module 3 - Emergency Medication Updates

Oxygen • Epinephrine • Beta 2 agonists • Nitroglycerin • Glucose • Glucagon • Antihistamines • Aspirin • Midazolam • Naloxone • and more

Module 4 - Emergency Drug Kits & Office Preparedness

Oxygen • Epinephrine • Beta 2 agonists • Nitroglycerin • Glucose • Glucagon • Antihistamines • Aspirin • Midazolam • Naloxone • and more

Module 5 - Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST)

Oxygen • Epinephrine • Beta 2 agonists • Nitroglycerin • Glucose • Glucagon • Antihistamines • Aspirin • Midazolam • Naloxone • and more

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

DR. HENRY W. "BUTCH" FERGUSON, DMD

Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Founder & CEO, OMS Concepts

Dr. Ferguson brings decades of clinical experience and a passion for education to help dental professionals build confidence and competence in managing medical emergencies.

Course References & Clinical Resources

This course is supported by evidence-based guidelines and trusted clinical resources.

READY TO BEGIN?

Join today and gain the skills and confidence to handle medical emergencies in your dental practice.