Speaker Information

Mr. Thomas Viola
Mansfield, NJ
Pharmacology/Pain Control/Local Anesthesia
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  • Founder and CEO, Pharmacology Declassified
  • Consultant, American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs 
  • Clinical pharmacist with more than 30 years experience, specializing in the care of medically-complex patients

Sa6117 - "Hit Me With Your Best Shots!" : Mastering the Science and Safety of Dental Local Anesthetic Agents
Date/Time: 3/14/2026   9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Type: Lectures

Room: GWCC - A409
Dentist Fee: $105.00  Other Fee: $75.00
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Office Staff, Lab techs, Spouses, Students
Keyword(s):
Anesthesia/Sedation
Communication
Dental Assisting
Diagnosis/Treatment Planning
Emergencies
Endodontics
Geriatric Medicine
Health and Wellness/Nutrition
Hygiene
Implants
Legal/Malpractice
Motivation/Leadership
Oral Surgery
Orthodontics
Pain Management
Pediatric Dentistry
Periodontics
Pharmacology
Restorative Dentistry
Pre-Dental
Oral Systemic Health
Required for License Renewal (GA)
AGD Code: 340
Credits: 2.00

Local anesthesia is foundational to pain control in dentistry, but effective and safe use requires a deep understanding of pharmacology, patient-specific considerations and evolving clinical protocols. Ideal for both dentists and hygienists, this course provides an in-depth review of local anesthetics used in dental practice and bridges pharmacology and therapeutics to enhance patient safety, comfort and outcomes.