Description

Who is This Course for?

Understanding of collaboration between chiropractors and dentists to improve patient outcomes.

Course Description

This module introduces chiropractors and dentists to the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). It explores the significance of SDB, why chiropractors should prioritize it, and how they can contribute to patient care. The module also highlights the role of airway-focused dentistry in managing sleep issues, fostering a mutual referral system that enhances patient outcomes through integrated care.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of sleep-disordered breathing and its impact on overall health.
• Recognize the chiropractor’s role in identifying and managing patients with sleep-related issues.
• Describe the contributions of airway-focused dentists in treating sleep disorders.
• Identify opportunities for effective collaboration and mutual referrals between chiropractors and dentists to optimize patient sleep health.

About Dr. Mandeep Johal

Dr. Mandeep Johal leads Family Dental Centre and Tongue & Lip-Tie Centre in Guelph, Ontario, pioneering integrative dentistry in Canada. With 14 years of experience, including 9 years focused on airway health and tongue ties, she combines her dental expertise with a whole-body approach. She is a certified laser surgeon and member of the International Consortium of Oral Ankylofrenula Professionals, as well as the AAPMD Airway CoLab Chapter President for Toronto and the Founder of H.E.A.L. Dr. Johal collaborates with OMTs, osteopaths, ENT specialists, and many more. She speaks at events like RDHU and ICAP, sharing insights on airway dentistry, tongue-ties, myofunctional therapy, and orthodontics. Her dynamic sessions empower dentists and healthcare professionals with practical strategies to enhance their practices and patient health through collaboration and innovation.