CA Bus & Prof Code Section 1647.14


(a)

A physical evaluation and medical history shall be taken before the administration of, oral conscious sedation to a minor. Any dentist who administers, or orders the administration of, oral conscious sedation to a minor shall maintain records of the physical evaluation, medical history, and oral conscious sedation procedures used as required by the board regulations.

(b)

A dentist who administers, or who orders the administration of, oral conscious sedation for a minor patient shall be physically present in the treatment facility while the patient is sedated and shall be present until discharge of the patient from the facility.

(c)

The drugs and techniques used in oral conscious sedation to minors shall have a margin of safety wide enough to render unintended loss of consciousness unlikely.
Last Updated

Aug. 19, 2023

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