Underreported adverse events and preventable errors highlight an urgent need for stronger safety systems, ethical practice, and consistent prevention strategies.

Knowledge of medical emergency etiology and strategies for their efficient handling is key to supporting successful outcomes.

An emerging epidemic, long COVID may cause enduring and serious side effects.

The entire dental team needs to be equipped to identify and manage perioperative emergencies during moderate sedation.

With effective preparation, practice, and review of patients’ medical histories and vital signs, oral health professionals will be able to appropriately respond to medical emergencies.

Proper training enables oral health professionals to quickly respond to sudden cardiac arrest in dental patients.

Oral health professionals have unique skills that can be invaluable to emergency preparedness teams.