A Dental Health First Model for Sleep Apnea: Why and How
Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) affects both adults and children, and dentists can play a key role in identifying and addressing these conditions. SDB includes primary snoring, mouth breathing, and interrupted breathing. Early intervention is crucial, especially in children, as treatment can be more successful due to the impact of growth on treatment stability.
Collaboration between dentists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals is essential for effective treatment. A team-based approach and personalized treatment plans can lead to the most effective outcomes.
By the end of this webinar, participants will:
- Understand the different types of Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB), including primary snoring, mouth breathing, and interrupted breathing.
- Recognize early signs and symptoms of SDB in both children and adults.
- Explore the impact of early intervention on treatment success and stability, particularly in pediatric patients.
- Learn about the interdisciplinary collaboration required for effective management, involving dentists, physicians, and sleep specialists.
- Gain insights into clinical approaches, screening tools, and treatment options for SDB in dental practice.
Why Attend?
- Gain cutting-edge knowledge from two experts in pediatric dentistry and sleep medicine.
- Learn practical strategies to implement SDB screening and treatment in your practice.
- Network with other dental and healthcare professionals interested in airway health.
- Stay ahead of the curve in dental sleep medicine advancements.
Join our webinar to learn how dentists can identify and address sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in both adults and children, and discover the benefits of early intervention through a collaborative, team-based approach!
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7XVbo-CzS76lOQ36ihSqZg
Speakers:
Dr. Irene Lau, DDS
- Co-founder of Central Smile Limited & T.O.P Dental by Family Smile Limited Founder of Hello Smile Hong Kong (NGO)
- Vice President of Hong Kong Society of Paediatric Dentistry
- Vice President of Hong Kong Association of Dental Sleep Medicine
- Board Member of Pediatric Dentistry Association of Asia AADSM Qualified Dentist
- Extensive background in pediatric dentistry, dental sleep medicine, and interdisciplinary care
Dr. Stanley Liu, MD, DDS, FACS
- Leading expert in sleep-disordered breathing and airway growth Chair of OMFS,
- Assistant Dean of Hospital Affairs, and Director of the Breathe and Sleep Wellness Center at Nova Southeastern University (NSU)
- Former Associate Professor of Otolaryngology and Fellowship Director of Sleep Surgery at Stanford Medical School
- Over 120 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters published
- Keynote speaker at U.S. and World Sleep Medicine Societies
- Specializes in precision-based sleep surgery and airway development