Dental Sleep Medicine and TMD Mini Residency
A revolutionary course focused on Airway Management, TMD Treatment, and Bite Correction. An unparalleled hybrid program focused on treating maxillofacial discrepancies, malocclusion, masticatory-temporomandibular joint disorders, and dental sleep medicine for pediatrics and adults.
Cohort 1
September 26-27, 2025 | November 14-15, 2025
ApnoMed Inc. Learning Center, Bellevue, WA
Cohort 2
January 23-24, 2026 | April 24-25, 2026
ApnoMed Inc. Learning Center, Bellevue, WA
Course Overview
Welcome to an unprecedented hybrid program focused on treating maxillofacial discrepancies, malocclusion, masticatory-temporomandibular joint disorders, and dental sleep medicine for pediatrics and adults. This 3-session 36 CE program will give you the competitive edge you are looking for.
This hybrid program is exclusive to only 8 participants who are serious about taking the next step in their sleep medicine career. This limited capacity allows for a focused learning environment where participants will be actively engaged with hands-on learning modules.
This is the only mini-residency program that simultaneously addresses TMD and Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders (SRBD) simultaneously for pediatrics and adults utilizing proprietary and proven technologies and treatment philosophies taught by Dr. Joseph Yousefian.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
Session 1: Virtual Self Study
4 hours of pre-recorded material covering foundational concepts in TMD and sleep medicine.
Session 2: In-Person (2 Days)
Hands-on training with sleep medicine focus, including delivery of personal ApnoDent appliance.
Session 3: In-Person (2 Days)
Advanced TMD treatment and hybrid appliance therapy with clear aligners.
Detailed Session Content
Session 1: Online Introductory Session
4 hours of pre-recorded material. Participants are encouraged to take digital or analog impressions of themselves. *Custom appliances will be fabricated and used at Session 2 for hands-on practice*
Review of head and neck anatomy related explicitly to craniofacial pain, TMD, and upper airway disorders.
Review normal growth and development, occlusion, and masticatory function.
The etiology of malocclusion, masticatory, and temporomandibular joint disorders.
Normal upper airway function, sleep, and etiology of sleep-related breathing disorders - obstructive sleep apnea.
Imaging of the TMJ and use of CBCT and MRI as diagnostic modalities.
Instruction on analog and digital impressions for fabrication of orthotics and hybrid oral sleep - orthodontics - TMJ appliances.
Session 2: Sleep Medicine Focus
Friday-Saturday 8am-5pm PST
- • Review of airway anatomy and respiratory physiology
- • Understanding the polysomnogram (sleep study)
- • Pediatric and teenage SRBD-OSA evaluation
- • Interdisciplinary management options
- • Implementation and medical billing
- • Sleep pathologies and disorders
- • Hands-on oral appliance instruction
- • Digital and analog impressions
- • Personal ApnoDent appliance delivery
Session 3: TMD Treatment Focus
Friday-Saturday 8am-5pm PST
- • Review of occlusion and masticatory system
- • TMD patient evaluation and treatment
- • Masticatory muscle disorders
- • Hybrid appliances with aligners
- • Early intervention strategies
- • Hands-on TMD and SRBD-OSA exams
- • Hybrid appliance fabrication
- • Appliance delivery with aligners
- • Practice implementation
Meet the Faculty
Joseph Yousefian
DMD, M.S
Course Director
Diplomate of American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, Diplomate of American Board of Orthodontics, Published Author and Key Opinion Leader in TMD/Airway, Inventor of ApnoMed's Technologies
Sue Vetter
DDS
Affiliate Professor
University of Washington Dental School, Graduate of Dawson Academy, Kois Center, Schuster Center and OBI, Faculty, OBI Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry
Ryan Yousefian
M.S
Co-Founder of ApnoMed
Sleep Integration and Marketing Specialist, Forbes 30-Under 30 Most Influential Entrepreneurs
Sal Rodas
MBA
Industry Expert
Published author, speaker, and dental and medical technology evaluator. Dedicated his career to leading companies in the medical and dental sleep industry on innovative solutions
Registration Details
Course Venue
ApnoMed Inc. Learning Center
12715 Bel Red Rd. STE 140
Bellevue WA 98005
Friday-Saturday 8 am-5 pm PST