Description

Sleep Apnea has become an important consideration in dentistry. Based on widespread discussion, the relationship between dental treatment and sleep apnea is being defined based on a blend of speculation, experience, and available research. The AAO formed a task force on sleep apnea and orthodontics to develop a whitepaper that can be used as guidance in the practice of orthodontics. While this effort is not yet concluded the highlights of the emerging whitepaper will be shared.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the importance of incorporating information on sleep apnea into practice.
• Evaluate how the practitioner can work with other health care providers to address sleep apnea.
• Define the role that orthodontics should play in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea.

Speaker(s):

• Rolf G. Behrents, DDS, MS, PhD, PhD(Hon)