President Pharmacology Declassified Mansfield, New Jersey, United States
Disclosure(s):
Thomas Viola, RPh CCP CDE CPMP: No financial relationships to disclose
Local anesthesia is foundational to pain control in dentistry, but its effective and safe use requires more than just technical skill; it demands a deep understanding of pharmacology, patient-specific considerations, and evolving clinical protocols. This course provides an in-depth review of local anesthetics used in dental practice, including mechanism of action, dosage guidelines, pharmacokinetics, contraindications, and potential complications. Special attention is given to patient-specific modifications, drug interactions, management of adverse reactions, and current best practices. Ideal for both dentists and dental hygienists, this course bridges science, pharmacology and therapeutics to enhance patient safety, comfort, and outcomes.
Special Note: This anesthesia course can be co-presented as a full-day program alongside Katrina Sanders, RDH (L258), offering a comprehensive approach to anesthesia management and pharmacology for an enriched learning experience. We highly recommend you attend L258 in the afternoon, but it is not mandatory.
Fee: October-December: $90 January-February: $130
Learning Objectives:
Explain the mechanism of action of local anesthetic agents and the real reasons for anesthesia failure.
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Differentiate between the two major classes of local anesthetic agents with respect to their metabolism, adverse effects, drug interactions and contraindications
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Discuss the rationale for the use of vasoconstrictors in local anesthetic solutions and their potential effects in common organ system disease states
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