Capnography monitoring during dental conscious sedation

Aim This article aims to provide some useful information on implementing capnography monitoring and interpretation in an oral surgery setting. Materials and Methods Information gleaned from experience in the use of microstream capnography for patients undergoing conscious sedation is presented. Results Waveform trend rather than quantitative measurement of end tidal carbon dioxide is emphasised for monitoring spontaneously breathing patients. Conclusion The information presented provides dentistry-specific information on capnography monitoring.