The Science of Sleep

Understand why sleep is essential for whole-body health, including the four stages of sleep and the role of circadian rhythm.

Sleep-Disordered Breathing

Explore the full SDB spectrum — from snoring and UARS to obstructive sleep apnea — and the airway anatomy behind it.

The Systemic Impact

Learn how untreated SDB drives cardiovascular disease, metabolic dysfunction, cognitive decline, and more.

About the Course

This course is the first in a 3-part continuing education series designed specifically for dental professionals. Built on 19 years of clinical experience in sleep and respiratory care, it covers the science of sleep, the spectrum of sleep-disordered breathing, and the systemic consequences of leaving it untreated. By the end of this course, you'll have a foundational understanding of sleep health that most healthcare providers never receive — and a new lens through which to see your patients. Accredited by the New Brunswick Dental Society | 1 CE Credit Hour |  Accreditation #2025006004

Your Instructor: Angela Hoffman

Angela Hoffman, RRT, CRE is a Registered Respiratory Therapist with 20+ years of experience in sleep and respiratory care, and the founder of NaviSleep Respiratory Solutions — a virtual sleep diagnostics and consultation company based in New Brunswick. Angela's passion for sleep health is both professional and deeply personal. She created this course series to empower dental professionals with the knowledge and tools to identify sleep-disordered breathing early — because the conversations that happen in the dental chair can genuinely change the course of a patient's health. NaviSleep provides multi-night, at-home sleep testing and virtual consultations across Canada, collaborating with sleep physicians and dental professionals to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time.

Course Curriculum

3 Chapters · 7 Lessons

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Why We Sleep & The Science Behind It

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      The Normal Sleep Cycle & Circadian Rhythm

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      When Sleep Goes Wrong: Introducing SDB

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding the Airway & Upper Airway Anatomy

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Snoring, UARS & Obstructive Sleep Apnea

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      The Systemic Impact of Untreated SDB

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      Course 1 Knowledge Check