Business Details
27 Years
experience
Premier Sedation Dentistry Training & Continuing Education
DOCS Education has been a leader in sedation dentistry training since 1999, empowering dental professionals to transform patient care and practice success. Founded by Drs. Anthony Feck and Michael Silverman, our mission is to equip dentists with evidence-based sedation techniques that alleviate patient anxiety and expand clinical capabilities. With over 25 years of experience, we have trained more than 27,500 dentists across North America, combining rigorous didactic instruction with hands-on clinical practice. Our faculty comprises practicing dentists, medical doctors, and specialists who bring real-world expertise to every course.We maintain the highest standards of curriculum development, regularly updating our programs to reflect evolving regulations and advancements in sedation science. As a trusted authority, we provide comprehensive regulatory guidance, ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through 90-hour IV sedation programs, ACLS certification, and advanced courses for medically complex cases. By fostering a community of skilled practitioners, we enable dentists to deliver safer, more efficient care while growing their practices sustainably.
Services
IV Sedation Certification
Adult Oral Sedation
ACLS Recertification
Dental Team Training
Medical Emergency Training
Home Study Courses
Live Patient Experience
Regulatory Compliance Support
Faculty Consultations
Continuing Education Credits
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized experience in sedation dentistry education.
- Our curriculum exceeds ADA guidelines for sedation training and safety protocols.
- We provide hands-on clinical experience with 20+ live patient cases in IV programs.
- Our faculty includes practicing dentists, medical doctors, and anesthesia specialists.
- We maintain real-time regulatory updates for all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
Associations and certifications
- AGD PACE
What people say
Life-changing training
Expert faculty
Practice growth
Real-world application
Exceptional support
Services
IV Sedation Certification
Our IV Sedation Certification program provides 90 hours of comprehensive training including 60 hours didactic and 20+ live patient experiences. Dentists learn to administer parenteral sedation under expert supervision, meeting regulatory requirements in all 50 states. The curriculum covers airway management, emergency protocols, and pharmacology with a 1-to-1 faculty-to-student ratio. Participants gain skills to treat anxious patients and medically complex cases while earning CE credits toward AGD Fellowship.
Adult Oral Sedation
This 25-CE course teaches safe administration of oral conscious sedation for anxious patients. Through live-streamed and in-person formats, dentists learn pharmacology, patient assessment, and emergency management. The program includes airway simulation training and case-based instruction to implement sedation protocols immediately. Participants receive a 314-page manual and access to clinical support resources for practice integration.
ACLS Recertification
Our AHA-compliant ACLS Recertification course prepares dental teams for medical emergencies with 7.5 CE hours of advanced cardiac life support training. The one-day program covers ECG interpretation, pharmacologic interventions, and team-based resuscitation protocols using high-fidelity simulators. Dentists learn to manage cardiac arrest, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes while maintaining BLS and ACLS provider credentials through hands-on practice sessions.
Dental Team Training
Team-focused courses prepare dental assistants and hygienists to support sedation procedures with 15-40 CE hours of specialized instruction. Training includes patient monitoring, emergency response, and practice management strategies. Team members participate in hands-on simulations and learn to implement sedation protocols, enhancing office efficiency and patient safety through coordinated care approaches that meet state regulatory requirements.
Medical Emergency Training
This specialized program trains dental professionals to manage 12 common medical emergencies using scenario-based learning. Participants practice airway management, anaphylaxis response, and diabetic emergency protocols with simulation technology. The curriculum aligns with ADA standards for emergency preparedness, covering equipment requirements, team coordination, and documentation practices to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance in dental settings.
People
Dr. Anthony Feck
Co-Founder & Faculty
A practicing dentist with over 25 years in sedation education, Dr. Feck co-founded DOCS Education in 1999. He develops curriculum content and teaches live courses, combining clinical expertise with practical implementation strategies for dental practices nationwide.
Dr. Leslie Fang
Faculty
Board-certified internist and anesthesiologist Dr. Fang brings medical perspective to sedation training. With Harvard Medical School affiliation, he teaches pharmacology and patient assessment in both live and online courses, bridging medical and dental sedation practices.
Lindsay Cahill
Clinical Program Manager
As IV Program Manager, Lindsay coordinates clinical training logistics and supports dentists through certification. With 15+ years in dental education administration, she ensures regulatory compliance and facilitates connections between participants and faculty mentors.
Dr. Carol Mattox
Clinical Adviser
A practicing dentist and clinical instructor, Dr. Mattox leads hands-on training sessions in Kentucky. She specializes in IV sedation techniques and patient safety protocols, drawing from extensive clinical experience to mentor new sedation practitioners.
David T. Palmer
Regulatory Counsel
Attorney David Palmer oversees regulatory compliance, maintaining up-to-date state requirement databases. With legal expertise in healthcare regulations, he advises dentists on permit applications and legislative changes affecting sedation dentistry practices.
Questions
What sedation courses do you offer for dentists?
We provide IV Sedation Certification, Adult Oral Sedation, ACLS Recertification, Medical Emergency Training, and specialized courses for treating medically complex patients, all meeting state regulatory requirements.
How does the IV sedation program work?
Our 90-hour program combines 60 hours home study with 4-day clinical training featuring 20+ live patient cases and 1-to-1 faculty mentoring, qualifying for IV permits in all 50 states.
Are your courses AGD PACE approved?
Yes, all DOCS Education courses carry AGD PACE certification, providing continuing education credits applicable to Fellowship and Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry.
Do you offer team training options?
We include one team member in IV certification tuition and offer specialized courses for dental assistants covering sedation support, emergency response, and patient monitoring protocols.
How do you help with state regulatory compliance?
Our full-time regulatory counsel maintains an updated database of sedation requirements for all U.S. states and Canadian provinces, providing personalized guidance for permit applications.
What financing options are available?
We offer interest-free payment plans for IV Sedation Certification with $4,501 initial deposit and six monthly installments, plus flexible payment options for other courses.
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