Sa357 - Teen and Adult Sleep Disordered Breathing: The Dental Team's Role
Date/Time: 3/18/2023   9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Type: Lectures   Handouts: No
Dentist Fee: $0.00  Other Fee: $0.00
Audience: Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Office Staff, Lab techs, Spouses, Students
Keyword(s):
Orthodontics
TMJ/TMD
AGD Code: 730

Many teens and adults present with signs and symptoms such as malocclusion, sleep disordered breathing, bruxism, TMD, fatigue, gastroesophageal reflux, weight gain, cardiovascular and cognitive issues among others. The rationale for using expansive orthodontic techniques for comprehensive oral health will be explored, and the connection to overall health will be shown with clinical case presentations. Attendees will learn the expansive orthodontic opportunities available to all GP's to improve the health of our patients including expanders, clear aligners and braces.