Apply for an individual dentist’s anesthesia & sedation permit

To administer anesthesia, sedation and/or nitrous oxide-oxygen, dentists must hold the appropriate individual permit. Apply here. This page doesn't cover local anesthesia permits for hygienists or facility permits.

Board of Registration in Dentistry

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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.

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