Jason R. Flores, RN, DDS, discusses 7 protective reflexes that patients may demonstrate when undergoing dental treatment. Reflex mechanisms and preventive/management techniques for complications caused by these reflexes are discussed. This article is peer-reviewed and available for 2 hours of CE credit. Learning Objectives: After reading this article, the individual will learn: (1) seven protective reflexes that patients may demonstrate when undergoing dental treatment, and (2) the mechanisms of these reflexes, as well as preventive and management techniques clinicians can use to avoid or address complications caused by these reflexes.