Civilian IV Sedation after Separation

[isittoolate]

Planning on relocating to Southern California after separation and am wondering if anyone has sought IV Sedation Certification in California.

After speaking with several practices, owners have shown interest in adding option of IV sedation for various procedures.

My question is the following: how well does military training (I completed AF AEGD) apply to civilian practice?

Obviously, I understand the main differences being the health of patients- majority of military is ASA I with non-contributory medical history, vast difference in civilian population. My plan would be to be very selective in my cases and to only only treat ASA I and II patients.

However, my question lies more in the administration of sedation; typical hard limits set by faculty were the following: 10 mg Midazolam, Fentanyl 100 mcg, 8 mg dexamethasone. Are these the same meds that are typically used by general dentists? Are there any medications that I should add/drop or change limits?

Has anyone gone through the process and any tips/recommendations?

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[Act0fgod]

Planning on relocating to Southern California after separation and am wondering if anyone has sought IV Sedation Certification in California.

After speaking with several practices, owners have shown interest in adding option of IV sedation for various procedures.

My question is the following: how well does military training (I completed AF AEGD) apply to civilian practice?

Obviously, I understand the main differences being the health of patients- majority of military is ASA I with non-contributory medical history, vast difference in civilian population. My plan would be to be very selective in my cases and to only only treat ASA I and II patients.

However, my question lies more in the administration of sedation; typical hard limits set by faculty were the following: 10 mg Midazolam, Fentanyl 100 mcg, 8 mg dexamethasone. Are these the same meds that are typically used by general dentists? Are there any medications that I should add/drop or change limits?

Has anyone gone through the process and any tips/recommendations?

I've had office mates who moonlighted as general dentists and all they did was third molars. Two I've worked with have gotten out and only do third molars as general dentists. To be honest the thought has crossed my mind to get out and do it as well.

The only thing they did differently was they would often add Phenergan (cynical opinion - because they were able to charge more). They are basically using the same consents, the same pre and post op instructions and the same 1417. If you have time before getting out, get a license in your current state then get your sedation permit and moonlight.

When individuals are 16-25 they tend to be pretty healthy. As you said you can be selective. No one is going to be there to help you out if things don't go well or you get behind.

If you are going to CA I'm assuming you've looked at their requirements for obtaining and maintaining a conscious sedation permit. Conscious Sedation Permits - Licensed Dentists - Dental Board of California

Find an office to do your onsite inspection. Make sure you have assistants. The business side of things are going to take way more time than you realize.