OREGON DENTAL ASSISTANT

LOCAL ANESTHESIA CERTIFICATION

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course reviews the concepts of pain management with the use of local anesthetic agents. Participants learn fundamental principles of pharmacology of anesthetic solutions, dosages, vasoconstrictors, drug interactions, neural physiology, anatomical features, medical history evaluation, contraindications of local anesthesia delivery, and management of adverse side effects including medical emergencies. Laboratory and clinical practice of local anesthesia basic injection techniques including block and infiltration.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Prior to beginning this course, participants must provide proof of:

  1. EFDA certification from the Oregon Board of Dentistry
  2. BLS for Healthcare Providers certification or its equivalent
  3. Professional liability insurance

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

To successfully complete this course, the participant must:

  1. Participate in all lecture, lab, and clinical sessions
  2. Pass the lecture examination at 75% or above
  3. Demonstrate competency for each required injection


Course Hour Distribution:

  • Minimum of 65 total hours of education
    1. 35 hours lecture
    2. 15 hours laboratory
    3. 15 hours clinical

PREVIOUS STUDENT: LOURDES L. RDH

Hey Tina I just wanted to update you! So far I’ve done a handful of infiltration, AMSA, and incisive nerve block, and PSA. Yesterday I got complimented on how I gave the most gentle shot….. I could only think about you because you taught me what I needed to know. So grateful for you!

COURSE REVIEWS

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Kate Knox

Tina’s anesthesia course is by far the best course you can do. She is great at what she does and makes the whole process smooth. She makes time for each indi...

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Tina’s anesthesia course is by far the best course you can do. She is great at what she does and makes the whole process smooth. She makes time for each individual with support and encouragement.

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Local Anesthesia Certification

Kathleen Mitchell

Wow!! I have always said that I have NO interest in giving my patients anesthesia and now, even after the first chapter, I am building excitement! Thanks, Ti...

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Wow!! I have always said that I have NO interest in giving my patients anesthesia and now, even after the first chapter, I am building excitement! Thanks, Tina! You are an AMAZING & INSPIRING teacher and hygienist. I am so happy I chose to study under you. Best, Kate Mitchell

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The best of the best!

Joni Burkhart

Tina is exceptional! Very kind and reassuring. Tina is so great at keeping things simple while understanding the bigger picture. I loved the clinical aspect ...

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Tina is exceptional! Very kind and reassuring. Tina is so great at keeping things simple while understanding the bigger picture. I loved the clinical aspect and bringing real life situations to use. I feel super confident going into work and giving local anesthesia. She had a great team for our hands on portion! Definitely the class I’m recommending to all of my friends!

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Absolutely Fantastic Course!!!

Margaret Schropp

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GREAT RESOURCE!!

Laurie Crop

Loved all the detailed reviews with video demonstrations! Thank you Tina!

Loved all the detailed reviews with video demonstrations! Thank you Tina!

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