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Online Continuing Education / Course Details
ADA Credits: 2 | AGD Credits: 2 | Cost: $29.00
Clear Aligners and Sleep Disorders
Categories: Clear Aligner Therapy, Orthodontics
Author(s): Payam Ataii, DMD, MBA, Sal Rodas, MBA
Course Type: Self-instruction journal and web based activity
Target Audience: Dental Assistants, Dental Hygienist, Dentists from novice to advanced
Educational Objectives
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Abstract
Treatment methods are now available that address the needs of the large number of patients who require orthodontic clear aligner therapy and have been diagnosed with sleep-related breathing disorders. When indicated, an effective treatment for these conditions can be accomplished by correcting malocclusions with the use of clear aligners throughout both active and retention phase treatment, as well as by addressing the individual’s breathing disorders with a dental sleep appliance that fits over the clear aligners. With the use of this process, the patient avoids having to complete orthodontic treatment prior to treating his or her sleep disorder, which can be a potentially life-threatening condition.
ADA Credits: 2 | AGD Credits: 2 | Cost: $29.00