Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

Patients' well-being always comes first; this commitment extends beyond oral health to encompass preparedness for medical emergencies in the dental office. Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office offers a new, full-color, laminated resource designed to train dental teams in anticipating, identifying and managing health crises that may arise during dental care. 

This comprehensive package includes a laminated book and DVD featuring four training videos, online access to both the videos and the e-book and offers three Continuing Education (CE) credits upon completion. It serves as an essential guide for dental professionals, ensuring readiness for a range of medical emergencies. 

Key Features 

• Recommended equipment and supplies: A detailed list of essential items for a dental emergency kit, ensuring teams are properly equipped to respond quickly and effectively. 

• Team duties: A duty sheet outlining specific roles and tasks for each team member during a medical emergency, facilitating coordination and swift action. 

• Emergency protocols: Step-by-step instructions for identifying and managing common medical emergencies encountered in dental settings, including: 

• Fainting 

• Asthma attacks 

• Allergic reactions 

• Seizures 

• Diabetic events 

• High and low blood pressure episodes 

• Strokes 

• Cardiac arrest