Gy Yatros , D . M . D .
CBCT and Airway Analysis in OSA and TMD Therapy
Which Devices Should You Use and for Whom ?
Gy Yatros , D . M . D .
Co-Founder of DSS and DS3 , Dental Sleep Practicioner Dental Sleep Solutions
Friday at 9:15 am the Grand Ballroom
Dr . Gy Yatros has been practicing dental sleep medicine for nearly 15 years and is a well-respected international lecturer in the field . He practices in Bradenton , Sarasota and Tampa , FL , each devoted exclusively to the treatment of sleep disordered breathing and TMJ disorders . He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine ( ABDSM ), past president of the Manatee Dental Society and is an Affiliate Assistant Professor of the Department of Internal Medicine with the University of South Florida , College of Medicine . He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Dental Sleep Solutions and the DS3 system for comprehensive and successful implementation of Dental Sleep therapy in dental practices .
CBCT and Airway Analysis in OSA and TMD Therapy
Understanding the airway is critical to effective treatment of sleep patients . Learning predictive factors , anatomical indicators , TMJ considerations , changes in the condyle and other concerns can have incredible revelations with the use of Cone Beam Computed Tomography . CBCT use can also greatly increase patient acceptance as they have a personal visual reference for this potentially life threatening disease .
Learning Objectives | After this hour presentation , participants will be able to :
1 . Ascertain what anatomical factors have the greatest OSA and TMD impact 2 . Understand minimal cross sectional airway analysis 3 . Utilize CBCT as a tool to increase case acceptance 4 . Use improved verbal skills for CBCT imaging discussion 5 . Discuss CBCT billing practices
Which Devices Should You Use and for Whom ?
Saturday at 10:15 am the Grand Ballroom
Dr . Richard Drake and Dr . Gy Yatros have delivered thousands of MAD ’ s over the past 15 years . They will share their criteria for device selection including arch morphology , tongue size , teeth present , presence of bruxism , and much more . Attendees will glean insights to better inform their future determination about when to use which devices and for which patients .
Learning Objectives | After this hour presentation , participants will be able to :
1 . Understand Device Selection Criteria 2 . Understand which devices Medicare covers 3 . Discuss the role of bruxism , nasal patency , and tongue size 4 . Know where to take the bite and start treatment 5 . Understand appropriate mandiblar advancement 6 . Discuss the role VDO plays in treatment 7 . Define recommended titration protocol 8 . Evaluate subjective tests and determining testing point