Dentists are uniquely positioned to easily evaluate signs of obstructive sleep apnea. Oral appliance therapy can also be an effective treatment, literally saving lives. Review the basics of normal sleep, snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. This course and examine proper diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, including the dentist’s role and appliance selection.

Note: This course, or another recent foundational course, is strongly recommended prior to attending the Hands-on Sleep Medicine workshop (Fr5032 or Fr5040).

In this hands-on course we will discuss all of the practical matters related to treatment of patients with obstructive sleep apnea from initial screening, referral for diagnosis, appliance selection, records, fitting and follow up. Hands-on components will include appliance selection, bite registration and chairside technique for morning occlusal guide fabrication.

Note: Dr. Spencer's didactic course "Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Looking Beyond the Teeth and Saving Lives," (Course Th6026) or another recent foundational course, is strongly recommended prior to attending this Hands-on Sleep Medicine workshop.

In this hands-on course we will discuss all of the practical matters related to treatment of patients with obstructive sleep apnea from initial screening, referral for diagnosis, appliance selection, records, fitting and follow up. Hands-on components will include appliance selection, bite registration and chairside technique for morning occlusal guide fabrication.

Note: Dr. Spencer's didactic course "Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Looking Beyond the Teeth and Saving Lives," (Course Th6026) or another recent foundational course, is strongly recommended prior to attending this Hands-on Sleep Medicine workshop.

TMD disorders are one of those clinical areas where many dentists lack confidence. Often our treatments in practice have varying success. In this lecture, Dr. Jamison Spencer will review the relevant anatomy, discuss simple examination, diagnosis and treatment techniques.  Participants will impress their next TMD patient with their improved understanding of their TMD issues. Information from this course will allow practitioners to confidently and effectively care for their TMD patients.