Consultation on proposed Sedation practice standard
The Dental Council has opened a consultation on proposed changes to the Sedation practice standard.
We review 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 proposed changes is available as Appendix A in the consultation document.
Have your say
The consultation period is open until 5pm, Wednesday 18 February 2026.
Submissions can be made via our online survey.
Or you can send your submission to consultations@dcnz.org.nz
All responses will be carefully considered by the Council.
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.
As this is a public consultation, “in confidence” information will only be accepted under special circumstances. Please contact us before submitting material in confidence.