2023 Content Round-up

This edition of More Than Teeth highlights key areas in dental sleep health. In Clinical Corner, a major focus is on the challenges of sleep disorders in adults with intellectual disabilities, a topic that's often overlooked. Alongside, it discusses Bryan Johnson's effective sleep habits and the connection between Vitamin D and children's sleep issues. The Business of Sleep section provides a straightforward guide on adding sleep dentistry to dental practices, with an emphasis on clear patient communication and continuous engagement. This issue combines essential clinical insights, especially on sleep care for intellectually disabled adults, with practical advice for dental professionals looking to expand their services.

This More Than Teeth edition focuses on the $149.6 billion impact of sleep disorders like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It highlights a study linking OSA to Alzheimer's disease and discusses the economic and health consequences of undiagnosed OSA. Additionally, the issue explores near-infrared (NIR) phototherapy for sleep improvement and offers recession-proof marketing strategies for dental practices. This issue succinctly combines important health information with practical business advice, emphasizing the significant cost of sleep disorders.

This More Than Teeth issue highlights the potential of clear aligners in treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It discusses a study showing significant improvement in airway volume for patients using aligners, suggesting a new avenue for OSA treatment. The newsletter also briefly touches on the controversies surrounding the Anterior Growth Guidance Appliance (AGGA) and the use of fixed palatal expansion (RPE) in adults. In the Business of Sleep segment, it provides tips for increasing patient desire for dental sleep services. This edition offers a blend of exciting clinical possibilities with clear aligners in sleep apnea treatment and practical business advice for dental professionals.

This edition of More Than Teeth highlights the impact of prescription medications like opioids and benzodiazepines on worsening Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It stresses the importance for dental sleep professionals to understand these interactions and collaborate with physicians for effective OSA management. The issue also briefly covers the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in advancing sleep diagnostics, particularly in OSA detection and treatment in dental practices. This concise issue is essential for professionals dealing with OSA in the context of medication use.

"Did you know 94% of children with Down Syndrome also have Obstructive Sleep Apnea?" This edition of More Than Teeth delves into this surprising connection, exploring why children with Down Syndrome are at a higher risk and what dental sleep professionals can do about it. We cover everything from the unique craniofacial traits contributing to OSA in these children to a variety of treatment options, emphasizing the need for personalized care. Plus, we tackle the common pitfalls dentists face in treating OSA and how to navigate them effectively. This issue is a must-read for anyone keen on understanding and improving sleep health in patients with Down Syndrome.