This lecture and workshop includes the basic of normal sleep patterns, snoring and sleep apnea in adults and in children and the dental professionals role in screening, referral and treatment of snoring and sleep apnea.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for all dentists and allied dental professionals.

Morning Lecture - You Will Learn

• The basics of normal sleep in adults and children
  
• Screening and evaluation of snoring and sleep apnea in adults and children
• The dentist's role in the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea
• Oral appliance selection for treating obstructive sleep apnea

Afternoon Workshop - You Will Learn

• The start to finish process in treating a patient with sleep apnea
• How to take a bite registration for sleep apnea device
• When and how to use a temporary/trial oral appliance
• How to make a morning repositioner to avoid bite changes from using an oral appliance

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is one of the nation's premier dental schools and has served the Bay Area community for more than 100 years. The dental school is committed to excellence and innovation in education, research, community service and patient care. The Division of Continuing Dental Education is dedicated to educating dental professionals by providing the highest quality CE programs available in dentistry today.