AUGUSTÂ WEBINAR
Engaging Strategies for Teaching Nitrous Oxide Sedation in Dental Hygiene Education
This continuing education course is designed for dental hygiene educators seeking to enhance their approach to teaching nitrous oxide sedation. Participants will explore current best practices, review didactic and clinical information, and experience hands-on strategies to increase student engagement and competence. Educators will leave equipped with actionable tools to improve student learning outcomes and meet accreditation standards.
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Course Presenter:
Lisa Bahr MEd., BS, RDH
August 19, 2025Â - 8:00 PM EST
CE Credit: 1 CEU (Certificate Provided)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will: ​
- Explain the pharmacology, indications, contraindications, and physiological effects of nitrous oxide sedation.
- Incorporate active learning techniques that enhance student understanding and confidence.
- Describe the essential components of safe administration and monitoring protocols.
- Develop strategies for integrating nitrous oxide instruction into didactic, pre-clinical, and clinical teaching.
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