The First Appointment Advantage
This confidential training module, “The First Appointment Advantage,” developed by Martin Denbar, DDS, and Eric Northey for Texas Dental Sleep Services (TDSS), aims to equip dental professionals with strategies to enhance patient engagement for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) care. It outlines a structured six-step workflow from initial scheduling and insurance collection to examination and financial presentation, emphasizing clear communication and […]
Engaging the Veteran Community and Healthcare System
This training manual from Texas Dental Sleep Services (TDSS) is designed to educate providers and staff on how to effectively engage with the Veteran community and the VA healthcare system to provide Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) for obstructive sleep apnea. It outlines comprehensive strategies for navigating the VA Community Care Network (CCN), fostering relationships with VA facilities and […]
How to Screen for Sleep Apnea – Podcast
This the podcast that occompanies the “How to Screen for Sleep Apnea” manual.
How to Screen for Sleep Apnea
This document outlines a comprehensive approach for dental hygienists to screen patients for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) during routine dental visits. It emphasizes integrating a thorough medical history and physical assessment, looking for risk factors like obesity, hypertension, and specific oral features such as a large tongue or high arched palate. The text also details the use of screening […]
