2025-2026 Mastery Course:
Mastering Pediatric Dental Sleep Medicine
This comprehensive course is structured as a 6-day series, with sessions taking place once a month through live online sessions. Sessions will be held on Saturdays August 2025 - February 2026 (no session in October). The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Pediatric Sleep Medicine.
The final session is specifically devoted to case discussions and problem-solving, fostering a dynamic and interactive learning experience.​​​
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Doctor Tuition: $4,800
Early-Bird: $4,200
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Affiliated Healthcare Staff & Team: $4,000
Email support@audreyyoondds.com to register.​
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30 CE Credits
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Tentative Dates
Time: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST
August 16, 2025
September 27, 2025
November 1, 2025
December 6, 2025
January 31, 2026
February 28, 2026
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Presentations are recorded and available for viewing 30 days after the live session.
Tentative Schedule (PST):
August 16th, Saturday
Module 01: Introduction Pediatric Sleep Medicine
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Welcome! Course Introduction
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Overview of Sleep Medicine
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Basics and Terminology
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Development of Sleep and Sleep Function
Pediatric Sleep Disorders
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Common Pediatric Sleep Disorders
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Differentiating Sleep Apnea from Other Sleep Disorders
The Role of Dentistry in Pediatric Sleep Medicine​
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Building Partnerships & Case Studies
September 27, Saturday
Module 02: Diagnostic Tools & Techniques
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In-Office Screen of Sleep-Disordered Breathing
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Signs and Symptoms of Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing
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Clinical Manifestations & Airway Assessment
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Radiographic Imaging: How to Incorporate in Everyday Practice
Sleep Study Integration
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In-Office Screen of Sleep-Disordered Breathing
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Signs and Symptoms of Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing
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Clinical Manifestations & Airway Assessment
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Radiographic Imaging: How to Incorporate in Everyday Practice
Tongue Tie: Diagnosis & Screening for All Ages
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Functional Assessment, How to Treatment Plan & Incorporate with Overall Treatment Plan
November 1, Saturday
Module 03: Sleep Imaging & Cranofacial Growth
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Radiographic Imaging in Pediatric Sleep Medicine
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The Role of imaging in Airway Assessment
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Identifying Risk Factors for SDB on Imaging
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Imaging Decision Making, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning
Craniofacial Growth & Development
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Normal Craniofacial Growth Patterns
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Growth Modification: Indications, Timing and Rationale
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Incorporating Growth Assessment into Treatment Planning
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pediatric Sleep Bruxizm
December 6, Saturday
Module 04: Growth Modification Protocols, Treatment Planning & Collaborations
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Growth Modification Protocols
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Tailoring Treatment Plans to Age and Condition
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Incorporating Clear Aligners into Growth Modification
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Rapid Palatal Expander (RPE): Different Designs, Techniques, Auxiliary and Timing
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Different Orthodontic Appliances
Coordinating with Other Healthcare Professionals
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How to Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals
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How to Refer: Evaluating & Generating Reports
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Implementing Pediatric Sleep Medicine Workflow and Business Management
January 31, Saturday
Module 05: Growth Modifications Continued & Advanced Approaches
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Growth Modification Protocols Continued
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Miniscrew Assisted Rapid Palatal Expander (MARPE):
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Step-by-Step Process
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3D Custom MARPE: Tips for Success
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MARPE Complications: Management and Troubleshooting
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Integrating Growth Modification in Everyday Practice
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sleep Surgery in Support of Growth Modification
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Timing of Sleep Surgery in Children and its Considerations
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Surgical Restoration of Missed Developmental Milestones
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy, Epiglottopexy, Inferior Turbinate Reduction, DOME, MMA (Teenagers)
February 28, Saturday
Module 06: Collaboration, Case Discussion & Problem Solving
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Myofunctional Therapy Role and Implementation
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Additional Treatments and Collaborations
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Nasal Irrigation, Allergy Treatment and Mouth Taping
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Collaborating with Sleep Physicians, Surgeons and Myofunctional Therapists
Case Discussion & Problem Solving
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Analyze Real-Life Cases
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Addressing Challenges and Complications
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Optimizing Treatment Plans for Success
Unable to attend all sessions? Each session will be recorded and available for viewing for 30 days after each course date.
Early-Bird Tuition: $4,200
Affiliated Healthcare Staff & Team: $4,000
Email support@audreyyoondds.com to register.
30 CE CREDITS
