The Role of The Dentist in Airway Management (w/Dr. Steve Lamberg) [Ep.96]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I host Dr. Steve Lamberg, a renowned dentist and airway management expert. Dr. Lamberg shares his journey from entering his father's dental practice to becoming a leading figure in dental sleep medicine.  We discuss innovative diagnostic approaches, the challenges of integrating airway-focused treatments into dental practices, and the evolution of the field in recent years. The episode offers insights into preventing airway issues through early dental interventions and emphasizes the importance of remaining curious and adaptable in professional practices.

Dr. Lamberg also shares many of his diagnostic approaches, as well as highlights the importance of collaboration between dentists, orthodontists, and other healthcare professionals. Additionally, we cover the upcoming annual meeting of the Pediatric and Adult Airway Network of New York (PAANNY) conference.  Tune in to learn how to identify and treat airway issues and gain a greater understanding of, and appreciation for, the evolving state of airway-focused dentistry!

00:26 Meet Dr. Steve Lamberg

03:00 Dr. Lamberg's Journey in Dentistry

03:56 The Birth of the Lamberg Sleep Well Appliance

08:39 Understanding Sleep Apnea and Airway Management

15:37 Implementing Airway-Focused Treatments

16:29 Challenges and Future Directions in Airway and Sleep Medicine

19:57 Integrating Airway Assessments in Dental Practice

32:25 Orthodontics and Airway

38:34 Literature vs. Clinical Practice

38:55 Orthodontists' Role in Airway Health

40:47 Challenges in Implementing Airway-Focused Practices

44:50 Identifying Clinical Signs of Airway Issues

53:53 Collaborative Approaches in Airway Treatment

59:41 Advice for Young Practitioners Looking to Provide Airway-focused Treatment

01:04:31 The Evolution of the PAANNY Conference

01:12:12 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

LINKS:

-Register for PAANNY: https://www.paanny.org/ 

-Get Steve’s Book: https://drlamberg.com/treat-the-cause-book-treat-the-airway-book 

-Lamberg Questionnaire: https://drlamberg.com/lamberg-questionnaire