Handling the Unexpected: Medical Emergency Management in Dental Practices
Thursday, January 29, 2026
2:00 – 5:00 pm
Course Code:
436TL
Cost:
$130
Credits:
3
CE Hours
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, respond to and manage various medical emergencies that may arise in a dental setting. Attendees will be equipped information on how to properly manage emergency situations confidently and efficiently, ensuring the safety and well-being of their patients.
Speakers
After this course attendees will be able to:
- Describe the common medical emergencies encountered in dental care and explain methods for evaluating and mitigating potential crises
- Demonstrate how to assess the severity of medical emergencies and apply appropriate emergency protocols
- Illustrate strategies for collaborating effectively with local emergency services
- Analyze specific scenarios to determine the most effective response and evaluate the outcomes of emergency interventions
- Summarize essential emergency equipment and medications used in dental settings
- Develop an efficient emergency response plan tailored to the dental practice
- Evaluate the overall effectiveness of the practice’s emergency management protocols and recommend updates or improvements to enhance patient safety and provider confidence
The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at
ADA.org/CERP