Dental Sleep Medicine Dentist

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

At our practice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with sleep disorders. We go beyond traditional medical practices by building lasting relationships with our patients and offering personalized, lifetime care. As a forward-thinking team, we're constantly at the forefront of innovations in dental sleep medicine. Learn more about our team and our mission at  .

Star Sleep & Wellness is seeking a motivated and talented dentist to join our growing Wesley Chapel team!
This position will start as a part-time opportunity, with plans to expand to a full-time contract role in the near future.

Our ideal candidate has astrong interest, and preferably established experience in Dental Sleep Medicine, in providing comprehensive oral appliance therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-related breathing disorders. You will have the opportunity to combine excellent clinical skills with strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building abilities. This individual will serve not only as a treating dentist, but also as a clinical leader within the Florida office - helping develop the clinical team, maintain high standards of care, strengthen physician relationships, and support continued growth of the practice.

• Provide comprehensive Dental Sleep Medicine care for patients referred for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-related breathing disorders.
• Review physician diagnoses, sleep study information, medical history, and referral documentation relevant to oral appliance therapy.
• Perform comprehensive dental and oral evaluations to determine candidacy for oral appliance therapy, including evaluation of:
• Dentition and periodontal health
• TMJ health and function
• Occlusion
• Range of mandibular movement
• Craniofacial anatomy
• Other potential contraindications or risk factors
• Educate patients regarding obstructive sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy, expected outcomes, potential side effects, treatment alternatives, and the importance of long-term management.
• Select the most appropriate FDA-cleared oral appliance based upon individual patient anatomy and clinical needs.
• Obtain or oversee digital scans, records, photographs, bite registrations, and other documentation required for appliance fabrication.
• Deliver, adjust, and titrate oral appliances to optimize therapeutic effectiveness and patient comfort.
• Identify and manage side effects associated with oral appliance therapy, including bite changes, TMJ symptoms, dental movement, discomfort, and appliance-related concerns.
• Coordinate with the patient's sleep physician to obtain appropriate objective assessment of treatment effectiveness.
• Provide long-term follow-up and management of patients receiving oral appliance therapy.
• Recognize patients who may not be appropriate candidates for oral appliance therapy or who require additional evaluation by a physician or other healthcare provider.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
• Practice according to current evidence-based Dental Sleep Medicine standards and applicable federal and Florida laws and regulations.
• Clearly explain sleep apnea and treatment recommendations in language patients can understand.
• Develop trust and rapport with patients and help them understand the importance of treating obstructive sleep apnea.
• Effectively communicate the benefits, limitations, expectations, and responsibilities associated with oral appliance therapy.
• Demonstrate strong case-presentation skills and the ability to help patients make informed treatment decisions.
• Maintain an exceptional patient experience throughout consultation, treatment, titration, testing, and long-term follow-up.
• Demonstrate empathy and patience with patients who have struggled with CPAP or previous sleep apnea treatment.
• Maintain a high standard of responsiveness and continuity of care.

• Serve as a clinical leader and Dental Sleep Medicine resource for the Florida office.
• Model clinical excellence, professionalism, accountability, and patient-centered care.
• Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to dental assistants and other members of the Dental Sleep Medicine team.
• Participate in training and continuing education of clinical staff.
• Help establish and maintain…