The American Dental Association And The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Do Not Support Trendy Sleep Apnea Treatments 

The American Dental Association And The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Do Not Support Trendy Sleep Apnea Treatments by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 28/01/2026

Insurance companies maximize profits and deny care in TMD patients

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The American Dental Association And The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Do Not Support Trendy Sleep Apnea Treatments 

"Airway Dentistry" - let's unpack the latest trend in the dental profession.

"Airway Dentistry" - let's unpack the latest trend in the dental profession.by: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 25/10/2025

Airway dentistry is not a recognized dental specialty and some of its proponents have problematic, non-evidence based treatment ideas.

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"Airway Dentistry" - let's unpack the latest trend in the dental profession.

Expanding Wallets With Palates: The Evidence Problem with MARPE and Palatal Expansion in Treating TMJ Problems

Expanding Wallets With Palates: The Evidence Problem with MARPE and Palatal Expansion in Treating TMJ Problemsby: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 05/09/2025

Bite interventions may not be needed when addressing jaw pain. TMD may be the leading cause.

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Expanding Wallets With Palates: The Evidence Problem with MARPE and Palatal Expansion in Treating TMJ Problems

How Oral Appliances Help Treat Sleep Apnea

How Oral Appliances Help Treat Sleep Apneaby: Bhavik Desai, DMD, PhD, Diplomate American Board of Oral MedicinePublished on: 04/08/2025

Oral appliances can offer a simpler, effective alternative for managing sleep apnea, especially in mild to moderate cases as first-line treatment or for those who struggle with CPAP.

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How Oral Appliances Help Treat Sleep Apnea