23rd Sleep Education Consortium Conference
2027 SEC Dental Sleep Conference
A routine dental appointment can reveal more than cavities, periodontal health, or changes in occlusion. Because dental professionals regularly evaluate the teeth, jaws, tongue, palate, and surrounding tissues, they may encounter findings or patient complaints that raise questions about nighttime breathing. That does not mean a dentist can diagnose obstructive sleep apnea from an oral …
A child settles into the dental chair for a routine appointment. You notice crowded teeth, a narrow palate, dry lips, and open-mouth breathing. A parent mentions that the child grinds their teeth at night, struggles to wake up for school, and has recently been having trouble concentrating. Each detail may seem small on its own. …
For decades, dentistry focused primarily on teeth, gums, and oral health. Today, however, a growing body of research and clinical experience is expanding the profession’s role beyond traditional dental care. Increasingly, dentists are recognizing the critical connection between airway health, sleep-disordered breathing, and overall wellness. As awareness of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) continues to rise, …