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The Details of Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit
What you need for Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit
Facility permit(s)
Your practice must also be properly permitted to administer anesthesia, sedation, and/or nitrous oxide-oxygen to your patients. Apply for an anesthesia & sedation facility permit.
Application attachments
We must have these attachments to process your application.
Proof of certifications
Current certification in either of the following:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Note: for Permit C individual permits only (nitrous oxide-oxygen), certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) is acceptable.
Educational qualifications
Depending on which permit(s) you are applying for, there are different educational qualifications. Consult the application(s) for details on what is required.
Fees for Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit
- We accept personal checks, business checks, or money orders. Make it payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable
- Please don't send cash
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Anesthesia Permit A - General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation | $180 | each |
| Individual Anesthesia Permit B - Moderate Sedation | $180 | each |
| Individual Anesthesia Permit C - Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen | $180 | each |
How to apply Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit
Go to the Health Professions Licensing Portal and create an account, or log into your existing account. If this is your first time using this new portal, please visit Health Professions Licensing System User Guide.
Next steps for Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit
After obtaining your permit
Your permit may be used only in a dental practice possessing the appropriate Facility Permit. Only one licensed dentist at the facility is allowed to hold the facility permit (often the owner or dental director).
If you have questions, please contact the Board.