XHF 120A - Local Anesthesia Refresher for Dental Hygienists

Course Description

This class is designed to review and/or improve clinical skills for licensed dental professionals. Dental Hygienists must be currently licensed to administer local anesthesia in the State of Ohio and have successfully completed the written exam for local anesthesia by the Commission on Dental Competency Assessment in compliance with revised code 4715.231 and the Ohio Administrative code 4715-9-01.

This class includes two hours of online instruction and 3 hours of clinical practice.

This class will review pain control techniques, anatomic landmarks, local anesthetic agents, prevention of medical emergencies, and injection techniques.

Students will participate in an in-person clinical practice with instruction and supervision. The clinical portion includes troubleshooting common errors in block and infiltration anesthesia, documentation, and an update on the newest products and practices. Please register by 09/29/2025 to ensure time for on-line portion of class. On-line portion will be available on 10/04/2025.