Action:
Administration of nitrous oxide only
General Information
Action Summary |
In response to requests from dentists who only administer nitrous oxide, the Board has amended its regulations to differentiate between minimal sedation, which is defined as inhalation analgesia when used in combination with any anxiolytic agent administered prior to or during a procedure, and administration of only nitrous oxide. The amended regulations eliminate some of the burdensome requirements for dentists who only administer nitrous oxide. |
Chapters Affected |
Only affects this chapter.
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Exempt from APA |
No, this action is subject to Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
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RIS Project |
Yes [004690] |
New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
Stage ID |
Stage Type |
Status |
7618
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Fast-Track
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Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/10/2017. |
Contact Information
Name / Title:
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Sandra Reen
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Executive Director
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Address:
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9960 Mayland Drive
Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23233
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Email Address:
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sandra.reen@dhp.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)367-4437
FAX: (804)527-4428
TDD: ()-
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This person is the primary contact for this board.