Pediatric OSA – Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
Why is it beneficial to attend? The research literature answers that question
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 3% to 12% of children are habitual snorers. IQ score, attention span, and memory indexes in children are adversely affected by snoring (Kennedy et al., 2004).
Additionally, 1% to 4% of children suffer from sleep-breathing disorders (Sinha & Guilleminault, 2010).
Children with obstructive sleep apnea consume 226% more health care services than children without obstructive sleep apnea (Reuveni et al., 2002). These children have 40% more visits to the hospital than children without OSA
as well as higher consumption of anti-infective and respiratory system drugs (Tarasiuk et al., 2007).
Early identification of sleep breathing disorders in your pediatric dental population can prevent developmental issues and overuse of the already strained US healthcare system.
As with adult OSA, approaching pediatric OSA from multiple perspectives is necessary for effective treatment. The ACSDD is proud to be the leading facilitator of multidisciplinary and preventative discourse.
The Speakers:
In typical ACSDD tradition, our Fall 2011 conference on Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea, features an exceptional group of speakers. The speakers, all experts in their respective fields, come together to take a multidisciplinary look at OSA in the pediatric population.
- Rafael Pelayo, MD – Review of Sleep Disorders in Children
- Deepak Shrivastava, MD – Review of Polysomnography in Children
- Chirag Pandya, MD – Review of OSA Treatment Options in Children
- Allen Moses, DDS – Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children
- Brian Palmer, DDS – The Evolution of Malocclusions and Sleep Apnea
- Scott Voorman, MD – T & A Removal: The Gold Standard for Treatment of Pediatric OSA
- Edmund Liem, DDS – Functional Orthodontics in the Treatment of the Pediatric Airway
- Katha Phair, COM – The Role of Myofunctional Therapy in Oral Cavity Development
- Rosanne Walsh, LMHC, LMT – Psychosocial Characteristics with Pediatric Facial Development
- Wendy Wright, NP – Obesity in Children & Adolescents: Magnitude of the Problem & Treatment
The Agenda:
We’ve managed to fit quite a bit into a two-day conference — ten pioneers in the field of sleep breathing disorders offering you 17 ADA-recognized continuing education credits. Feel free to take a look at our Fall 2011 Agenda for more information.
Cowboy Up at the Ritz
October 21st & 22nd, 2011
The Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix • 2401 East Camelback Road • Phoenix, Arizona 85016
- $895 per attendee
- $995 for exhibitor space (maximum 2 individuals per booth)
- ACSDD Members Receive $50 off registration fees when registered by September 20th, 2011. Use the discount code MEMBER50 when registering.
- ACSDD Diplomates Receive $100 off registration fees by using the discount code DIPLOMATE100.
The Venue:
The Ritz-Carlton franchise has always been a mainstay of culture and sophistication. Their approach has been one of blending Victorian elegance and modern amenities. The ACSDD’s goal of fusing traditional preventive care with modern medical and dental treatment is not at all out of place in the Ritz-Carlton.
Sponsors:
Thank you to the following exhibitors for sponsoring the following conference events:
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