To Buffer or Not to Buffer

Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 132.

There is no fee to view this course. There is a fee of $36 to take the exam and claim CE credits for this course.

Synopsis:
This course details the concept of anesthetic buffering. The benefits are multifold and are supported by not only by the science in the literature, but backed by clinical evidence.

Attaining profound local anesthesia is the foundation of almost all that we do in dentistry. Without the crucial aspects of anesthesia, the benefits of modern dentistry would be unobtainable. In this clinical study, the effectiveness of buffered anesthetic was measured against standard unbuffered local anesthetic carpules. The conclusion of this limited study showed a 37– 53 percent decrease in onset time over standard anesthetic solution.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Understand the mechanism of nerve conduction
• Review how local anesthetics work
• Understand the deficiencies of acidulated anesthetic
• Discuss the benefits of buffered anesthetic

Description of Speaker:
Dr. Charles Schlesinger is a dental implant educator and clinician who has been lecturing internationally for the past decade. He graduated with honors from The Ohio State College of Dentistry in 1996. After graduation, he completed a general practice residency at the VA Medical Center in San Diego and then went on to become the chief resident at the VAMC W. Los Angeles. During his time in Los Angeles, he completed extensive training in oral surgery, implantology and advanced restorative treatment. Additionally, he continues to provide comprehensive implant care to patients in a private practice setting in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Disclosure:
The speaker declares that neither he nor any member of his family have a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing dental education program nor has a financial arrangement with any product or service mentioned in this course. The speaker discloses that he has a financial interests in implant companies.

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Licensure:
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CE Contact
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education at nareg@farranmedia.com