British dental journal
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Defibrillation is the definitive treatment for cardiac arrest. Until relatively recently the use of defibrillators was restricted to medical staff and paramedics. The development of automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) now means that this life-saving equipment may be used by anyone with a short period of training. ⋯ A medical emergency could happen at any time in the dental practice. Cardiac arrest is the most serious emergency that can occur. Whilst life-threatening incidents are very rare, the dental team requires to be trained in the management of a cardiac arrest.
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British dental journal · Jan 2005
The effectiveness of out-of-hours dental services: I. Pain relief and oral health outcome.
To compare the effectiveness of four types of out-of-hours emergency dental service, including both 'walk-in' and telephone-access services. ⋯ Neither the setting where emergency dental patients are seen, nor the type of dentist who sees them, appear to have any significant effect on patient-reported health outcomes. Although further exploration of the factors that predict poor pain relief or low oral health gain is required, future research on these services should focus on the process of care and accessibility.
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British dental journal · Nov 2004
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialAn RCT pilot study to test the effects of intravenous midazolam as a conscious sedation technique for anxious children requiring dental treatment--an alternative to general anaesthesia.
To add to the evidence base for acceptable and effective paediatric conscious sedation techniques in dental primary care. ⋯ This pilot shows that intravenous midazolam especially in combination with the addition of inhaled nitrous oxide or sevoflurane and nitrous oxide were promising safe and effective techniques, sufficient to justify progression to a definitive RCT with appropriate methods.