Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance Selection for Optimum Outcomes
John Viviano, DDS D, ABDSM
Both “Old World” appliances fabricated by a technician and “New World” appliances fabricated in a computer environment provide unique features which help to improve both patient acceptance and clinical outcomes. In addition, sleep apnea oral appliances utilize various propulsion mechanisms to maintain the mandible in an altered posture throughout the sleep period. To practice sleep disorders dentistry optimally, one must have an intimate understanding of various appliance designs and their unique anatomical differences. This knowledge will not only aid in oral appliance selection, but also in appliance delivery, calibration and maintenance protocols, all leading to optimum outcomes. Learning Objectives: • Learn oral appliance anatomy and its implications on appliance selection, delivery, calibration and maintenance
• Review CAD|CAM 3D printed and milled oral appliances • Discuss oral appliance selection for optimum outcomes
Course Code:
F002FL
Room: Time:
715AB – South Building
2:30 – 5:00 pm
Type:
Lecture
Audience: Dentist; Dental Technologist RCDSO QA Program: Category 2 (3 CE Credits) Fee + HST: Ticketed Free
Dr. John Viviano graduated from dentistry from the University of Toronto in 1983. He is a Credentialed Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and has lectured internationally, conducted original research and authored original articles on the management of sleep-disordered breathing. Dr. Viviano’s practice is accredited by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and is limited to managing sleep- disordered breathing and sleep-related bruxism.
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