Sedationist

An advantage of the technique is that it may be used by a dentist acting as his own sedationist, i.e. the operator-sedationist.

Participants maintained the same groups of three — First as nurse, second as operator, third as sedationist. Roles were rotated in that order.

Likewise, despite the fact that no reputable teacher or text recommends succinylcholine as an emergency drug for conscious sedation-trained dentists, a sedationist might fail if the oral surgeon-examiner believes differently.

The sedationist must be constantly available to see the patient for any emergency.

The sedationist must have the time and facilities available to see and assess the patients themselves before the operation or procedure takes place.