Technology
inhalation sedation myths Dispelling
Janet Pickles from RA Medical Services describes why every dental practice should be availing themselves of inhalation sedation
T
he recently published SAAD (Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry) Frame Tool: ‘Guidance for Commissioning NHS England
Dental Conscious Sedation Services’* serves to highlight the enduring useful tool that is inhalation sedation for dentistry. The report commences with the advice:
“Pain and anxiety control is central to modern ethical dental practice and should be a priority for all dental practitioners during the delivery of clinical care for their patients.” Despite this, only a small percentage
of dental practitioners in the UK actually avail themselves of this useful and easy-to-use form of pain relief. The reasons for not doing so are varied but include ‘expensive to install’ and ‘bulky equipment’. This perception is incorrect – modern inhalation sedation equipment does not have to be either and can be very discreet, depending on the type of installation available. In other countries, usage figures vary
between 50 per cent and almost ı00 per cent of dental practitioners, compared with about 5-ı0 per cent currently in the UK. However, those figures are growing steadily as GDPs recognise the value of this equipment to their working practices. Many GDP’s are beginning to acknowl-
edge what a useful addition this equipment is when dealing with nervous or phobic patients and, due to its vaso dilator qualities, nitrous oxide sedation is extremely helpful when cannulating for IV sedation, for example. Once the equipment is installed, it is always ready to go – only requiring cost-effective annual maintenance and a surgery management plan to include the use of a simple checklist prior to any equipment being employed. An extensive range of inhalation
sedation equipment will be on view at the BDTA Dental Showcase at the NEC in Birmingham on ı6 to ı8 October on the RA Medical Services Stand Fıı, along with a friendly team who will be available for help and advice. In addition, a range of informa- tion leaflets on various associated topics and the latest catalogue will be on display. A further new venture for 20ı3 is a
series of lectures, being run at regular intervals over the three show days, on the subject of inhalation sedation. These will be conducted by Richard Charon, a well known GDP with 37 year’s experience, who has provided more than 8,000 administra- tions of inhalation sedation to anxious dental patients. He has also run 36 one-day, hands-on training courses in inhalation sedation for GDPs, specialists, therapists, hygienists and dental nurses. Richard also mentors dental
professionals to certified competency in this discipline and is an approved mentor for SAAD and DSTG (Dental Sedation Teachers Group). Since 200ı, he has also written a variety of articles on the subject for
Smile-on.com and a number of dental journals. These lectures will provide verifiable
CPD and offer a ‘taster’ on the subject. Participants will also have the opportu- nity to view equipment and discuss any requirements or upgrades. Attendance at these 20 minute lectures
will be an ideal opportunity to consider the idea of enhancing your business with this known and proven practice builder. If you would like to pre-book a place, please email
info@ramedical.com stating which day and lecture time you would like. Lecture times are: • Thursday ı6 Oct: ı2pm, 2pm, 3pm • Friday ı7 Oct: ııam, ı2.30pm, 2pm, 3.30pm • Saturday ı8 Oct: ııam, ı2.30pm, 2pm, 3.30pm
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The lecture theatre on stand Fıı can seat up to 20 persons and it is anticipated that demand will be high, so early booking is recommended. If further information is required, please email or telephone on 0ı535 652444.
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* Guidance for Commissioning NHS England Dental Conscious Sedation Services. A Framework Tool SAAD May 2013
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