With over 54 million adults in the U.S. suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you are undoubtedly caring for patients with undiagnosed or untreated OSA. Recognizing the role of dentists in meeting this public health burden, the ADA encourages all dentists to screen patients for OSA as part of a comprehensive medical and dental history. Attend this session and learn how to implement an OSA screening process in your dental practice.
Sponsored by: American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
Learning Objectives:
Identify signs, symptoms and risk factors for OSA
Incorporate practical history taking and clinical evaluation steps into a comprehensive patient examination
Refer patients at risk for OSA to a medical provider for evaluation and diagnosis
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