Knocked Out but Dialed In: A Conversation with Lifeguard Anesthesia
Release Date: 04/18/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt and Aaron Miller sit down with Chase Sossamon of Lifeguard Anesthesia for a deep dive into the overlooked, high-stakes world of dental anesthesia. From managing full-arch sedation to building a high-performing mobile anesthesia team, this episode uncovers what it really takes to keep patients safe and teams efficient in complex surgical settings.
Whether you're scaling your full-arch workflow or simply looking to improve patient care, this episode offers powerful insights from the anesthesia chair.
Key Highlights:
1️⃣ Why Anesthesia Matters — Understand the hidden impact anesthesia has on workflow, surgical performance, and patient safety.
2️⃣ The Realities of Mobile Sedation — How Lifeguard serves over 150 offices while keeping quality and protocols consistent.
3️⃣ How to Choose the Right Provider — What to look for in an anesthesia team that supports—not slows down—your clinical game.
🔗 Learn more about Lifeguard Anesthesia: https://www.lifeguardanesthesia.surgery/
🎧 Tune in to Episode 114 of The Full Arch Podcast to learn how smart anesthesia can transform your surgical outcomes.
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