Consultation on proposed Sedation practice standard
The consultation on proposed changes to the Sedation practice standard closed 18th February 2026.
We reviewed the standard to ensure it is up to date and fit for purpose, and in line with similar local and international standards and guidelines.
A comparative list of the proposed changes is available as Appendix A in the consultation document.
Submissions
Dentists and dental specialists
Oral health therapists
Professional organisations
| Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists | NZ Society of Sedation in Dentistry | New Zealand Dental Association |
| New Zealand Society of Periodontology | New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists |
Other
Submissions received will be published on our website and will record the submitter’s name and profession (for registered oral health practitioners). All personal contact details will be removed. We will not publish any derogatory or inflammatory content.