IV Sedation Training Program
Join the TOP 1% of dentists providing best-in-class patient care!
March 13–16, 2025
Course Description
Many patients delay dental care due to fear or past traumatic experiences. IV Sedation offers a safe, reliable alternative to oral sedation or local anesthesia. This course covers:
- Essentials of safe IV sedation
- Emergency preparedness
- Practical strategies for successful implementation
By completing this course, you’ll meet the requirements for a Moderate Sedation permit in most U.S. states, equipping you to offer this valuable service in your practice.
Course Objectives
- Understand the role of moderate intravenous sedation in dental care.
- Know the history of anesthesia and pain control.
- Familiarize yourself with ADA rules regarding moderate IV sedation.
- Assess a patient’s medical history to determine IV sedation safety.
- Understand agents used for sedation and their side effects.
- Master principles of airway maintenance during sedation.
- Learn protocols for sedation and medical emergency management.
- Implement IV Sedation as an integral tool for patient satisfaction.
Course Format
- Phase 1: Online Modules (65 hours, self-paced, Remote)
- Phase 2: In-Person Didactic (March 13–16, 2025, Vista Institute, Woodland Hills, CA)
- Phase 3: Patient Cases (20 clinical cases, 4 days, Vesper Institute, Cincinnati, OH)
- Phase 4: Ongoing Support (Certification guidance and monthly meetings)
Tuition
| Date | Cost |
|---|---|
| Before Dec 31, 2024 | $23,000 |
| Before Jan 31, 2025 | $24,000 |
| After Feb 1, 2025 | $25,000 |
Meet the Experts
Scott Sayre
Jay Reznick
John Roberson
Location Information
| Phase | Location |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | Vista Institute, Woodland Hills, CA |
| Phase 3 | Vesper Institute, Cincinnati, OH |
