Speaker: Vincent Benivegna, DDS
Persistent opioid use following dental and surgical procedures remains a serious concern. This course provides dental professionals with evidence-based strategies for responsible opioid prescribing and effective pain management. Participants will learn to counsel patients on the risks of opioid use, comply with state and federal regulations, and explore alternative therapies for managing pain. Emphasis will be placed on Michigan’s prescribing requirements and use of the Michigan Automated Prescription System to promote safe, informed, and compliant patient care.
Learning objectives:
- Understand best practices for safe and compliant opioid prescribing.
- Identify non-opioid and multimodal options for effective pain management.
- Apply Michigan’s opioid prescribing laws and MAPS monitoring requirements.
This course counts toward the Michigan Board of Dentistry’s pain management requirement and the training requirement to obtain and renew the controlled substance pharmacy license for dentists.