Course Info

This 2-hour course, approved by the Dental Board of California, educates dental professionals on prescribing Schedule II opioid drugs. It covers pain management best practices, regulatory requirements, and dental office procedures for managing vulnerable patients. Upon completion, dental professionals can effectively manage pain while minimizing opioid misuse, implement procedures to ensure patient safety, and comply with regulations.

Course Objectives

Dental Board of California APPROVED COURSE on prescribing Schedule II opioid drugs:

1. Meet the Dental Board of California CE requirement for Responsibilities and Requirements of Prescribing Schedule II Opioids
2. Keeping providers up to date with the National Opioid Crisis
3. Review prescription recommendation for Pain management
4. Review protocol for substance abuse and disorder patients
5. Review outcomes of opioid misuse
6. Review record keeping of opioids and medical referrals

These objectives aim to provide dental professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely prescribe Schedule II opioid drugs while minimizing the risk of opioid misuse and abuse. They also aim to promote safe and effective pain management practices in the dental setting, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and promote the safety and well-being of vulnerable or substance use disorder patients.