SAAD digest
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To determine baseline data in relation to the extraction of first permanent molar teeth during nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation sessions within the hospital dental service. ⋯ Extraction of first permanent molar teeth can be successfully achieved using nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation.
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There is a lot of controversy around the subject of sedation for children. There are many sedative agents capable of providing successful results but there are also issues regarding their safe use on a regular basis. Guidelines do exist but sometimes there is leeway for different, individual interpretations. ⋯ An e-questionnaire was used and results varied. The preferred sedation type was inhalational sedation and the guidelines most dentists agreed with came from the GDC. Further research is definitely required in this field.