Clinical Practicalities for Phenotyping Oral Appliance Non-Responders - American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

Clinical Practicalities for Phenotyping Oral Appliance Non-Responders

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Overview

The underlying pathophysiology of sleep-related breathing disorders is multifactorial and varies considerably between individuals. Personalized treatment plans may be developed when mechanisms of patient-specific respiratory events are identified and understood. This recorded lecture will briefly review key physiologic factors while emphasizing adjunctive therapies to improve treatment outcomes.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this lecture, participants will be able to:

Discuss theoretical phenotypes of sleep-related breathing disorders;
Describe non-anatomical factors affecting oral appliance treatment response; and
Collaborate with referring physicians to provide personalized treatment plans for patients.

Target Audience

Dentists screening or treating patients with sleep-related breathing disorders.

Speaker Bio

Jonathan Lown, MD is board certified in internal medicine, sleep medicine and lipidology, and is the Clinical Director at Delta Sleep Center of Long Island. Selected as a member of the national medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha in 1992, Dr. Lown graduated medical school, Magna Cum Laude in 1995. From 1995 through 1998 he completed his residency and internship at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center. In addition to private practice and frequent lecturing, Dr. Lown currently serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine for Stonybrook University’s Medical School. He is holds two Diplomate statuses with the American Board of Internal Medicine in Sleep Medicine as well as Internal Medicine.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

No potential conflicts of interest to disclose.

Additional Information

Content for this lecture was last reviewed and approved by the AADSM Director of Education, Dr. Trish Braga, on July 22, 2021. Dr. Braga does not has any relevant financial interest/other relationships to disclose.

Original record date: July 22, 2021
Expiration date: None

This educational offering was funded exclusively by the AADSM.

For questions regarding the content of this program or for technical assistance, contact the AADSM at info@aadsm.org or 630-686-9875.

Continuing Education

The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

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The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit(s).

Summary


Availability:	On-Demand


Cost:	Member: $55.00 Non-Member: $75.00

Credit Offered:

1 CE Credit