This course examines the significant changes introduced in the American Dental Association's 2025 Sedation and Anesthesia Guidelines and their impact on emergency preparedness in dental practices. Participants will learn how the standard of care has evolved from basic regulatory compliance to operational readiness, emphasizing team training, emergency drills, rescue capability, leadership, communication, and coordinated response systems. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, attendees will explore how medical emergencies can occur in any dental setting and discover how ongoing preparedness programs can strengthen patient safety, improve team performance, reduce risk, and create a culture of readiness when seconds matter.