Lubas Medical

27/03/2026

If you work in a dental practice, you already know this: things can change very quickly.

One minute you’re doing a routine check-up. Next, the patient feels faint. Or worse, becomes unresponsive.

The General Dental Council makes it clear that dental professionals must be prepared to manage medical emergencies. The Resuscitation Council UK provides specific guidance on what kit practices should have available.

But what should actually be in your kit?

Here’s your checklist.

1. An AED (Automated External Defibrillator)

In the UK, there are over 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests every year, and fewer than 1 in 10 people survive. Early CPR & defibrillation dramatically improve those odds.

An AED should:

- Be accessible within minutes
- Be checked regularly
- Have pads in date
- Have spare batteries available

It talks you through exactly what to do. You can't “accidentally shock” someone who doesn’t need it. It will only deliver a shock if required.

2. Oxygen

High-flow oxygen is recommended in many medical emergencies including asthma attacks, anaphylaxis, and cardiac events.

You should have:

- An oxygen cylinder
- Masks (adult and paediatric)
- A working regulator

Regular checks are key. Oxygen that isn’t maintained is as useful as oxygen that isn’t there.

3. Emergency Drugs

You should have:

- Adrenaline (for anaphylaxis)
- Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN spray for angina)
- Salbutamol inhaler (for asthma)
- Aspirin (for suspected heart attack)
- Glucagon (for severe hypoglycaemia)
- Midazolam (for seizures)

They need to be up to date and regularly checked.

4. Airway Equipment

- Airway management is critical in any deterioration.
- Basic kit should include:
- Oropharyngeal airways (various sizes)
- Suction
- Pocket mask with one-way valve
- Bag-valve-mask device

5. Some other items that are highly recommended include:

- Blood pressure monitor
- Pulse oximeter
- Glucose monitoring device
- Fully stocked first aid kit
- Scissors (including tough clothing scissors)
- A razor (yes, we’ll come back to that in another post 😉)

Get in touch at info@lubasmedical.com for full lists and guidance.

24/03/2026

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do.

Learning about situations you might one day face in real life isn’t easy. It can feel quite daunting and even a bit frightening. You’re not only learning new skills & tools, but also coming to terms with the fact that one day you might need to use them.

That’s why in every session we run, we include role-play scenarios based on real-life situations, so everyone leaves feeling confident about what they need to do if it ever happens.

23/03/2026

First you need to know the Signs

Early symptoms include:

- Shaking
- Sweating
- Confusion
- Slurred speech
- Irritability (which can sometimes turn to anger)
- Pale skin

Patients may say they “feel funny” or suddenly seem disoriented.

If they’re conscious and able to swallow safely, this is your window to act.

Step 1: Check If You Can

If you have a glucose monitor available, please use it.

But if you strongly suspect hypoglycaemia, don’t delay treatment waiting for confirmation.

Time really matters in this situation.

Step 2: Give Fast-Acting Glucose

If the patient is conscious:

Give them 15 - 20g of fast-acting glucose - Roughly 5g for children under 4, and 10 to 15g for children 4 and older.

You can use:

- Glucose gel (massaged into the inside of the cheek)
- Glucose tablets
- Sugary drink (not diet!)

Wait 10 minutes. Then you reassess and check if they have improved.

If symptoms improve, follow up with a longer-acting carbohydrate (like a biscuit) once stable.

Step 3: If They Become Unconscious

Do NOT administer oral glucose.

Instead:
- Call 999
- Administer glucagon (if available and trained to do so)

This is why glucagon is included in recommended emergency drug kits for dental practices.

Why This Matters
Hypoglycaemia can escalate quickly.

In the UK, more than 4.3 million people live with diabetes. Many attend dental appointments without eating properly beforehand.

In most cases, early intervention prevents serious deterioration.

Confidence and speed are everything because when someone becomes confused, it can be mistaken for anxiety.

When they slur their words, it can look like panic, or even a stroke,

But sometimes, it’s low blood sugar.

And knowing what to do makes all the difference.

20/03/2026

What actually counts as a medical emergency in your dental practice?

A medical emergency is any illness or injury that potentially poses an immediate risk to a patient’s life.

For most practices, serious emergencies are rare. But rare doesn't mean impossible.

And when something does happen, it usually happens quickly & without warning.

It can range from fainting & seizures to asthma attacks & anaphylaxis or even a full blown cardiac arrest.

And guess what…

These situations don’t wait for the “right” person to be in the room.

The details of the emergency matter, but confidence matters more. Knowing what to do, who takes the lead & how to act calmly makes all the difference in those first few moments.

When your team is prepared, your patients know it. They feel safe, supported & reassured.

Preparation isn't about panic or perfection. It's about calm, clear action when it counts.

If a medical emergency happens in your practice, will you know what to do?

17/03/2026

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24/02/2026

“We never thought we'd need it…”

That’s something we hear often.

But when a routine appointment suddenly isn’t routine, your training needs to kick in.

A recent practice experienced a patient who suddenly became unwell during treatment.

Without warning, they lost consciousness & had a seizure.

The team stayed calm, followed their training & everyone knew their role.

The outcome wasn't luck. It was preparation.

The patient was supported quickly & professionally. Afterwards, the team told us their annual BLS training made all the difference.

Preparation isn't about expecting the worst. It's about protecting people & maintaining the trust they place in your practice when it matters most.

This is something we hear often. Training doesn't feel urgent until the moment it becomes essential.

02/02/2026

Your CPR training shouldn’t be limited just to dentists…

The first person to respond to a medical emergency is often a receptionist or non-clinical colleague. That’s why whole team CPR training matters.

When everyone knows what to do, no one's left frozen if something goes wrong.

Medical emergencies in dental practices are rare but not unheard of.

Research shows that dental professionals encounter medical emergencies in every 1 to 2 years on average, with fainting & collapse being the most common.

That means any one of your team could be first on the scene & need to act confidently.

At Lubas Medical, we believe preparedness is a team responsibility & that confidence comes by training together.

Let’s make sure every member of your practice feels ready to step in & save a life.

Thank you again for trusting us with your training

31/12/2025

We just wanted to say BIG THANK YOU to everyone that's supported us through 2025.

We hope you've had a great year & look forward to seeing you all in 2026!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

30/12/2025

It's your last chance...

As you digest those final scraps of turkey before we enter the New Year, don't forget...

You can only book your 2026 course at 2025 prices until midnight tomorrow! Book now before it's too late: https://training.lubasmedical.com/stm-events

Here's all the extras, freebies & support you can expect from Lubas Medical in 2026 - don't miss out on your Sports Trauma & FASE updates!

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from everyone at Lubas Medical! 🎄