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LOCAL ANAESTHESIA (LA) PRACTICE-SPECIFIC GROUP TRAINING

By Dr. Parikshit Patel
21/Nov/2026 09:00 AM - 21/Nov/2026 05:00 PM
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Course Description

LOCAL ANAESTHESIA (LA)

PRACTICE-SPECIFIC GROUP TRAINING

Dedicated training for your dental practice team | Maximum 5 participants

Course Overview

Name: LOCAL ANAESTHESIA (LA) PRACTICE-SPECIFIC GROUP TRAINING
Price: 1000 GBP
Availability: InStock

This comprehensive one-day Local Anaesthesia (LA) course is designed for dental practices looking to develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills of their eligible dental professionals in administering local anaesthesia.

Delivered as a practice-specific group, the course is reserved exclusively for participants from one dental practice. With a maximum of five participants, the format supports focused learning, individual attention and personalised guidance during the practical sessions.

The programme combines four hours of theoretical learning with three hours of supervised hands-on practical training, covering the principles, techniques and safe clinical practice of maxillary and mandibular local anaesthesia.

Course Details

Duration	1 day
Group size	Maximum 5 participants
Eligibility	All participants must be from the same dental practice
Total CPD	7 hours (verifiable CPD)
Format	Theory and practical training
Delivery	Practice-specific group training
Date	Arranged upon request
Venue	Sage Academy, 89–91 South Road, Southall, UB1 1SQ

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for dental practices wishing to arrange dedicated local anaesthesia training for their team. It is intended for eligible dental professionals, including:

· Dental hygienists

· Dental therapists

· Other eligible dental professionals seeking to develop their LA knowledge and practical skills

Group requirement: All attendees must be from the same dental practice. This course is not open for individual bookings from multiple practices.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

· Develop a strong understanding of local anaesthetic techniques.

· Demonstrate knowledge of maxillary and mandibular anaesthesia.

· Identify key anatomical landmarks for accurate delivery.

· Recognise potential complications and understand their management.

· Improve patient comfort and clinical outcomes.

· Apply safe and effective local anaesthesia principles in clinical practice.

Additional Information

· Snacks and lunch will be provided.

· Practical training includes individual guidance and feedback.

· Training is arranged exclusively for your dental practice team.

· Course dates can be arranged upon request.

Chronology of this course

Course Timetable & Content

The course follows the same comprehensive syllabus as the standard Local Anaesthesia course.

Morning Session – Theory | 2 hours

Introduction to Local Anaesthesia

· Importance in dental procedures

· Patient comfort and pain management

· Common clinical challenges

History of Local Anaesthesia

· Evolution of techniques

· Key milestones in dentistry

Pharmacology of Local Anaesthesia

· Composition and properties

· Mode of action at nerve level

· Understanding affected nerves

Midday Session – Theory | 2 hours

Types of Local Anaesthetics

· Esters vs amides

· Topical anaesthetics

· Role of vasoconstrictors

Equipment in Local Anaesthesia

· Syringes, needles and cartridges

· Safe handling and storage

· Troubleshooting common issues

Practical Session – Maxilla | 1.5 hours

Maxillary Anaesthesia Techniques

· Maxillary anatomy and landmarks

· Aspiration techniques

· Infiltration vs block anaesthesia

Hands-On Training

· Infiltration techniques on maxillary teeth

· Block anaesthesia under supervision

· Individual feedback to refine techniques

Practical Session – Mandible | 1.5 hours

Mandibular Anaesthesia Techniques

· Mandibular anatomy and landmarks

· Injection site accuracy

· Inferior dental nerve block

· Mental and long buccal nerve blocks

Hands-On Training

· Practising nerve blocks under supervision

· Working on manikin jaws or peers

· Technique adjustments for different patients

· Post-injection care and complication awareness

Dr. Parikshit Patel

NEBDN Tutor

Dr Patel is a highly experienced General Dental Practitioner with over 30 years of clinical expertise. A graduate of the University of Dundee, he holds advanced qualifications in Endodontics and is a respected instructor at Sage Academy. Known for his patient-focused approach and commitment to excellence, Dr Patel also mentors Foundation Dentists through NHS England.

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