AIRWAY AND BREATHING DISORDERS
FROM RECOGNITION TO MANAGEMENT AND BEYOND
CUSTOMIZED AIRWAY AND BREATHING DISORDERS - ESSENTIALS
There are a number of hurdles that you and your dental team will need to overcome in order to successfully implement treating patients with Sleep Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD) in your practice. Dr. John Tucker will help YOU develop the curriculum that best suits your practice’s needs and goals. Once your curriculum is set, Tucker Educational Excellence will work with you on a convenient schedule to complete your individualized program. It’s up to you! Up to 16 CE Credits. CLASSES ARE LIMITED TO YOUR OFFICE.
SUGGESTED COURSE CURRICULUM
- Basics of Sleep, Sleep Medicine and Sleep Disorders
- The Role of the Dentist in Sleep Medicine
- Screening for Sleep Disorders
- Obtaining a Diagnosis: PSG, HST and The Sleep Patch
- Management of Airway and Breathing Disorders (SRBD)
- Airway and Breathing Treatment Modalities: CPAP, Oral Appliances and Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation (Inspire)
- The Jaw/Bite Registration for Construction of an Oral Appliance
- Sleep Bruxism: The Entry Point for the Dentist
- The Role of 3D Imaging in Airway and Breathing Disorders
- Medical Billing: Uncomplicating the Complicated for Everyone
- Marketing and Practice Management
CUSTOMIZED AIRWAY AND BREATHING DISORDERS - AMPLIFIED
Now that you have completed the basic implementation of dental sleep medicine into your practice, it’s time to consider your next steps for growing this patient service. Dr. John Tucker will help YOU develop a new curriculum with new subjects and services that will enhance this area of your practice. Once your curriculum is set, Tucker Educational Excellence will work with you on a convenient schedule to complete your individualized program. It’s up to you! Up to 16 CE Credits. CLASSES ARE LIMITED TO YOUR OFFICE.
SUGGESTED COURSE CURRICULUM
(Please note: YOUR curriculum can be customized based on your discussion with Dr. Tucker)
- Basic Review of Sleep “Breathing Disorders and Neurobiology”
- Pediatric and Adolescent Sleep
- Health and Medical Conditions Related to Sleep
- Sleep Bruxism Updated
- Myofunctional Therapy
- Sleep Related TMD/TMJ/OFP (includes headache)
- Management of the Edentulous Patient
- 3-D Imaging for Breathing Disorders
- Review of Oral Appliances (all aspects)
- Follow-Up Patient Treatment and Testing
- Other Sleep Disorders of Interest and Concern
CUSTOMIZED “Clinical Management of Your Dental Sleep Medicine Patients” Dental Team
This unique program is designed specifically for your dental team. It will provide them with the specific responsibilities they must master in order for your Airway and Breathing Disorder practice to be successful. Tammy Caldwell, Dr. Tucker’s Dental Assistant, will present the program. She will work with YOU or one of your TEAM members to focus on areas of importance. You can schedule your training for dates and times that work for you. It’s up to you! 4 CE Credits. CLASSES ARE LIMITED TO YOUR OFFICE.
SUGGESTED COURSE CURRICULUM
- Segment 1
- Treatment Sequencing and Related Appointments
- Consultation, Impression and Bite Registration
- Record Collection – SOAP Notes
- How to Answer Questions Without the Doctor’s Presence
- Segment 2
- Delivery of the Oral Appliance
- Fitting and Adjusting the Appliance to Correct Comfort and Bite
- Follow-Up Appointments
- Address the Patient’s Needs Regarding Issues or Complaints
Meet Our Amazing Faculty!
John H. Tucker, DMD, DICOI, DABDSM
Tammy Caldwell, Dental Assistant
Register for Both Courses
and SAVE 20%
- Dentist: $3,192 (save $798)
- Additional Team Members: $316 (save $79)
AIRWAY AND BREATHING DISORDERS ESSENTIALS
Dentist: $1,995 Team Member: $395
AIRWAY AND BREATHING DISORDERS AMPLIFIED
Dentist: $1,995 Team Member: $395
REGISTER FOR BOTH COURSES WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE “ESSENTIALS” PROGRAM START AND RECEIVE A COPY OF…
“Dental Management of Sleep Disorders”
by Ronald Attanasio and Dennis R. Bailey
