Course Cost
Tuition: $9975 TUSDM Faculty, Alumni, VA Members, ADSO members: $7980 each Alums of Orofacial, TMD, DSM, PDSM: $5955 Opinion Two supported spots (3): FREE
Course Location
Tufts Dental School and Live-streamed (only 2/4 sessions)
Course Date
Friday Nov 3, 2023
Credit Hours – 60 AGD Code: 730, 180
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Embark on a journey into craniofacial pain and dental sleep medicine with Tufts Dental's maxi-residency program. Offered both in-person and via live-stream, this course, supported by Opinion Two, prepares dental professionals to implement dental sleep medicine and be able to identify sources of craniofacial pain.
Course Sessions
Benefit from a mix of in-person and hybrid sessions tailored to your learning preferences:
- Session I – Hybrid: Friday, October 13, 2023 to Saturday, October 14, 2023. Engage in-person or tune in via live-stream from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Session II – In-Person: Friday, November 10, 2023 to Saturday, November 11, 2023. Be present at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for hands-on learning, demonstrations and lectures.
- Session III – Hybrid: Friday, December 8, 2023 to Saturday, December 9, 2023. Attend in-person or connect through live-stream, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Session IV – In-Person: Friday, January 12, 2024 to Saturday, January 13, 2024. Be present at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for more lectures, hands-on learning and demonstrations.
Take note that while the virtual option for in-person modules is available upon request, these sessions prioritize hands-on workshops. As such, they might not render as effectively in a virtual format. For detailed inquiries, connect with the Office of Continuing Education/Lifelong Learning at dentalce@tufts.edu.
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Distinguished Instructors
Learn from industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table:
Dr. Mayoor Patel, DDS, MS
A proud alumnus of the University of Tennessee, Dr. Patel achieved his dental degree in 1994. He furthered his knowledge with a one-year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD). Dr. Patel's journey into craniofacial pain and dental sleep medicine peaked with a Masters in Science from Tufts University in 2011. Today, he is recognized for his fellowships and board memberships in various esteemed dental institutions and practices with a focus on TMJ Disorders, Headaches, Orofacial Pain, and Sleep Apnea.
Dr. Terry R. Bennett, DMD, DABCP, DABDSM
Graduating from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1977, Dr. Bennett has over four decades of experience in dentistry. In the last 32 years, he has channeled his expertise towards temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and sleep apnea. His dedication to these areas is reflected in his active roles in various dental organizations, notably the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (AACP). Dr. Bennett’s commitment to education has led him to lecture both nationally and internationally, and even aid in establishing Dental Sleep Mini Residency programs.
Course Insights
As dental practitioners, our comprehensive patient evaluations position us at the forefront of health detection. This bestows upon us a unique opportunity to detect conditions like sleep apnea and craniofacial pain early. By proactively screening for these conditions, we're not just enhancing oral health but overall wellness. This course aims to emphasize the global ramifications of conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and the prevalent craniofacial pain, illustrating the role dentists can play in the global healthcare scenario.
How can this course impact your practice?
This dental continuing education course on dental sleep medicine can make a significant impact on your dental practice. It will teach you how to identify the sources of craniofacial pain, give you the ability to evaluate the risks, signs and symptoms of sleep apnea and provide insight on how to bill for sleep apnea appliances. In addition, the hands-on workshops include TMJ and muscle palpation demonstrations for a thorough exam, how to take bite registration for sleep appliances and showing you exactly how to administer injections for relief of craniofacial pain.
What is the return on investment of a dental CE course like this?
The ROI on this course is astronomical! Depending on your patient demographic and the area of the country that you practice in, dental sleep medicine can be a huge opportunity in your practice. According to the National Sleep Foundation, Obstructive Sleep Apnea affects about 1 in 15 people in the United States (22 million people diagnosed with sleep apnea). It is estimated that up to 80% more Americans have gone undiagnosed. If you can detect very easy signs and symptoms of sleep apnea, you can potentially be saving days, or even years, of patients lives and making untapped revenue from these appliances. Oral sleep appliances have really come along way and can be done completely digitally through companies such as Panthera.
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Registration & Policies
For enrollment, please click on Register. Be informed of our refund policy, which provides a full tuition refund or credit for cancellations made at least a month prior to the course commencement. For further details on wait lists, COVID-19 regulations, and international travelers, please review our comprehensive policy guidelines or reach out to us directly.