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CE578 Sleep Apnea Management for the Dentist

Sleep Apnea Management for the Dentist

COURSE NUMBER: 578

Istvan A. Hargitai, DDS, MS

Credit Hours:

3 Hour(s)

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The course will review the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The screening of patients in whom OSA is suspected will be reviewed. Finally, the management of OSA will be discussed with the focus on use of mandibular advanceme...

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Overview

The course will review the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The screening of patients in whom OSA is suspected will be reviewed. Finally, the management of OSA will be discussed with the focus on use of mandibular advancement devices in its treatment.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Aug 16, 2019

  • Last Revision Date:

    Feb 13, 2023

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Feb 12, 2026

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    730

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Understand the epidemiology and pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
  • Utilize the STOP BANG mnemonic for assessing OSA risk.
  • Stratify patient care and OSA severity based on the apnea hypopnea index (AHI).
  • Recall the gold standard in the diagnosis and management of OSA.
  • Walk through the process of prescribing and delivering a mandibular advancement device for OSA.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

Note:  Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • The author reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course.

Dr. Hargitai currently serves on staff in the Orofacial Pain Center at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, Maryland. He is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University, School of Dentistry (1996) and a native of Cleveland, Ohi...

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Submission Information

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Recognition

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Approved PACE Program Provider

THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY


Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.