American Society of Anesthesiologists

Cannabis Users Might Require More Anesthesia During Surgery

Cannabis users might require more anesthesia during surgery than non-users, have increased pain afterward,...

Sedation Organizations Endorse AAP Pediatric Guidelines

In June, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued guidelines for deep sedation and...

Dental Anesthesiology Finally Gets the Recognition It Deserves

I entered into my dental anesthesiology residency program with full knowledge and understanding that I...

Anesthesia Bills Face Opposition in Arkansas

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and Arkansas Society of Anesthesiologists (ARSA) strongly oppose...

Protections for Children with Dental Sedation (Part 1)

Children are far more vulnerable to morbidity and mortality from sedation than adults, reports...

Anesthesia Deemed Safe for Pediatric Surgery

When surgery is necessary, anesthesia ensures that children can safely receive treatment while managing...

Anesthesia Shortages Impact Dentistry

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) reports that 98% of the respondents in an...

Combine Dental and Medical Procedures to Limit Anesthesia Exposure

Children who require both dental and non-dental medical procedures should have them completed during...

Dentist Appointed to Sedation Guideline Revision Task Force

James W. Tom, DDS, has been appointed to serve on the American Society of...