SAFE OPIOID PRESCRIBING AND PAIN MANAGEMENT IN DENTISTRY - CEU PER PERSON

Online Course Description – AGD Pace Code 346 (1 CEU)

AGD Subject Code: 346 – Opioids, controlled substances, and pain management

Course Overview: This 1-hour, self-paced online continuing education course is designed for dental professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in safe opioid prescribing. Aligned with CDC guidelines, the program addresses evidence-based pain management strategies, emphasizing the use of non-opioid alternatives before considering opioid medications.

Participants will learn to identify patient-specific risk factors, navigate state and federal prescribing regulations, Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs), and implement effective patient communication to set realistic pain control expectations. The course also covers best practices for storage, disposal, and documentation to support compliance and patient safety.

Learning Objectives: 

• Apply current CDC recommendations for opioid prescribing in dental care.
• Evaluate and prioritize non-opioid pain management strategies.
• Identify risk factors for opioid misuse and diversion.
• Educate patients on safe use, storage, and disposal of opioid medications.
• Document prescribing decisions in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Details:

PACE-Approved National Provider

CE Credit: 1 CEU

Disclaimer: 

This course will NOT fulfill the 3 hour CE requirement for the following states. 

Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana (one-time requirement), Mississippi, and New Mexico.

• No prerequisites required
• No financial conflict or bias
• No refunds on digital purchases or downloads
• This course is for educational purposes only and does not replace legal, medical, or law enforcement responsibilities

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Format & Access:

• Online, self-paced course
• Includes post-course knowledge assessment and survey
  
• * Name used at checkout will be displayed on your certificate. 

• If you are an AGD member please email us your member number with your order number and Dental Practice Resources will submit on your behalf. 

For Multi-User (Team Trainings):  Please email us trainee(s) information at check-out: including unique emails. 

Please note that access to course content and materials is limited to the duration of the course. Upon completion, users will no longer have access to course modules, resources, or associated training materials.

Original Release: August 10, 2025
Review Date: August 10, 2027
Expiration Date: August 10, 2028