Live Webinar - Pathway for your OSA Patient
Live Webinar - Pathway for your OSA Patient
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The New York AGD Learning Center Presents The Hidden Epidemic in Your Operatory: Establishing a Collaborative Care Pathway for Your OSA Patient Live Zoom Webinar Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Course 7:00pm to 9:00pm Course Code 010 Presentation by Dr. Ruth Marsiliani Ruth Marsiliani is a Myofunctional Therapist, Neuroscientist, and an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU College of Dentistry. She is also a national and international speaker on sleep apnea and Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders to both dental and medical professionals. She is active in research in infant sleep, cognitive and motor development, and obstructive sleep apnea in children and adults. Most recently, she presented her research at the International Conference for Infant Studies. In addition to her work as a researcher, Ruth co-authored a chapter in Sleep Disorders in Pediatric Dentistry and published in the Journal of Genetic Psychology. Her specialization in Myofunctional Therapy was achieved through the comprehensive courses taken at the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (AOMT) and the International Association of Orofacial Myology. She has also taken advanced Myofunctional Therapy courses in South America and Europe and holds an international Master's in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. Her Neuroscience background includes observations in sleep, implementing and reading actigraphy, sleep behavior of infants, and reading sleep studies. The world-renowned Patrick McKeown trained Ruth in Buteyko/ Breathing Re-education, and she was the first Buteyko Fellow in NYS. Ruth is a founding member of the Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences, a Fellow of the Buteyko Professional International, and a past faculty of the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. Course Objectives: 1. Analyze the critical interplay between Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) and the factors contributing to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). 2. Demonstrate through chair-side assessment and oral motor functions how the airway patency can be affected. 3. Integrate a collaborative, multi-disciplinary protocol for screening, referral, and co-management of OSA patients, using varied interventions. Summary Malocclusions, narrow arches, mouth breathing, and teeth grinding are not just dental concerns; these Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD) have effects beyond the teeth and can influence our body's chemistry, the way we breathe, and the way we sleep. This course focuses on our role as dental professionals and the different ways to approach these often-underappreciated conditions seen in our dental practices. A comprehensive strategy for identifying and addressing care for patients at risk of or with OSA will be provided. We will review Myofunctional Therapy validated assessment tools, allowing for improved individualized treatment plans that address both the symptoms and the root causes of OSA, leading to more effective and sustainable improvements in airway patency and overall well-being of our patients.
The New York State constituent of the Academy of General Dentistry is an approved program provider. The sponsor’s formal CDE programs are acceptable by the AGD for Fellowship and Mastership and membership maintenance credit. This course is also acceptable for MCE Licensing Maintenance. The current term of approval extends from 01/01/23 to 12/31/25. AGD Code #219318. ZOOM Requirments
Cancellation Policy - If your cancellation is at least 48 hours in advance of the class, you will receive a full refund. If your cancellation is less than 48 hours in advance, we will not be able to issue a refund. |
