{"product_id":"sleep-disordered-breathing-from-airway-assessment-to-functional-appliance-design-17wvna59","title":"Sleep-Disordered Breathing: From Airway Assessment to Functional Appliance Design","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSleep-Disordered Breathing: From Airway Assessment to Functional Appliance Design\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orthodontics\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Derek Mahony, Ben Chuang\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lessons: 6 lessons | Duration: 4 h 33 min\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCourse overview\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleep-disordered breathing in children requires more than simply identifying an airway obstruction. Effective management depends on understanding the underlying causes, recognizing the difference between a narrow and a collapsible airway, and integrating dental, orthodontic, and sleep medicine approaches into treatment planning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis course presents a practical clinical framework for evaluating sleep-disordered breathing and selecting appropriate treatment strategies. It covers the role of CPAP and mandibular advancement splints, pediatric applications, functional bite registration, and the principles of appliance design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssessment of the underlying causes and anatomical factors contributing to sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNarrow vs. collapsible airway and their clinical implications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCPAP and mandibular advancement splints (MAS): indications and clinical considerations, including pediatric applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step bite registration and analysis of functional appliance design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtocols for airway-driven orthodontics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtocols for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtocols for diagnosing sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDr. Mahony's treatment protocols for obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing in children.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCourse lessons\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 1: Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: An Orthodontic and Airway Approach\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow is SB related to OSA?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRespiratory-related recruitment of the masseter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDentistry and otolaryngology in sleep medicine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePediatric sleep medicine in the dental office\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon causes of anatomical airway obstruction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnatomical and non-anatomical factors in pediatric obstructive sleep apnea\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical signs and symptoms of pediatric sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirway assessment and interpretation of relevant diagnostic findings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraniofacial growth patterns associated with airway obstruction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe relationship between maxillary constriction, mandibular position, and airway function\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultidisciplinary roadmap for craniofacial growth modification in children with sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrthodontic and orthopedic approaches to airway development in growing patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndications and limitations of maxillary expansion in pediatric patients with sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFunctional appliances and mandibular advancement in growing patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen to refer a pediatric patient to an ENT specialist or sleep physician\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaboration between orthodontists, pediatric dentists, ENT specialists, and sleep physicians\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical case analysis: from screening and diagnosis to multidisciplinary treatment planning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 2: Airway First. Comprehensive Approach to Pediatric Orthodontics\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLiterature review on craniofacial growth modification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraniofacial growth modification and sleep disordered breathing in children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultidisciplinary approach to craniofacial growth modification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePalatal expansion protocols for management of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrthodontic treatment for management of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical application of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) in children.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 3: Myofunctional Orthodontics. Management of Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEpidemiology and treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBimax advancement for OSA management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraniofacial growth modification of the nasomaxillary complex and the mandible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTreatment protocols of Dr. Derek Mahony\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplication of Advanced Lightwire Functional (ALF) appliance for arch development\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplication of myobrace for arch development\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of clinical cases\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQ\u0026amp;A session.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 4: Airway-Driven Pediatric Orthodontics. Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Protocols\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnosis. The 6 red flags exam finding for pediatric sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDaytime and night time symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrthodontic interventions for managing pediatric sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTongue-tie and its relation to sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe tongue range of motion ratio (TRMR)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of clinical cases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 5: Management of Sleep-Disordered Breathing. Myofunctional and Airway-Driven Approaches\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe spectrum of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtocols and analysis of polysomnography (PSG)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaxillary deficiency: narrow vs. wide maxillary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrofacial myology and tongue position\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOropharyngeal exercises for the management of obstructive sleep apnea(OSA) in children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTreatment of pediatric obstructive sleep apnoea with oral appliances.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eLesson 6: Functional Management of Sleep-Disordered Breathing: Bite Registration and Appliance Design\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinding the root cause of sleep-disordered breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNarrow airway vs. collapsed airway\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and mandibular advancement splints (MAS): indications and advantages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplication of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) in children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe 2D bite using the George Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe 4D bite: phonetic bite\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step demonstration of bite registration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of appliance design.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCourse includes next lessons:\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1h 10min\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLesson 1\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExclusive Library\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: An Orthodontic and Airway Approach\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDerek Mahony\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShow lesson program\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e32min\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLesson 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical Video\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirway First. Comprehensive Approach to Pediatric Orthodontics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDerek Mahony\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShow lesson program\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e29min\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLesson 3\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical Video\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMyofunctional Orthodontics. Management of Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDerek Mahony\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShow lesson program\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e38min\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLesson 4\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinical Video\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirway-Driven Pediatric Orthodontics. 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