Hongseok An, DDS, MSD, FACP
LectureThis course is part of the Association for Continuing Dental Education Joint Live Webinar Series.
This course is part of the Association for Continuing Dental Education Joint Live Webinar Series*
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth exploration of airway and sleep-related breathing disorders, emphasizing their significance in both oral and systemic health. Participants will examine current research and evolving clinical practices that shape diagnosis and treatment in this rapidly advancing field. Through case discussions and evidence-based insights, the course will highlight the connection between airway dysfunction, dental findings, and systemic disease. Attendees will learn innovative strategies and therapeutic approaches to improve airway and sleep health for their patients and themselves. The course will also focus on building effective interdisciplinary collaborations among dental, medical, and allied health professionals to support comprehensive patient care and long-term wellness.
Course Objectives
As a result of attending this course, you will be able to apply Criteria and Best Practices in the following Clinical Scenarios:
- Improve their understanding on basic principles and accuracy determining factors of intraoral scanning.
- Maximize scanning efficiency and accuracy by applying optimal scanning strategies and techniques for various clinical situations.
- Expand the scope of clinical applications for scanning technologies and know when and when not to use the technology.
Instructor
Hongseok An is currently Associate Professor in Department of Restorative Dentistry, Oregon Health & Science University. He received DDS from Seoul National University in Korea. He completed his prosthodontic residency at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, where he received his Certificate in Prosthodontics and MSD. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics, a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists.
Dr. An has severed as an editorial board member of Journal of Prosthodontics as well as Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. He has authored many scientific articles and book chapters related to digital dentistry. His lectures mainly focus on digital dentistry, implant dentistry and esthetic/full mouth reconstruction.
Disclosures:
- Dr. An has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- The staff of the University of Washington Office of Continuing Dental Education have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Course Logistics
DATE:
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LOCATION:
Online Webinar
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Dental professionals
TIMES:
5:00pm – 7:00pm Pacific time
TUITION:
$69/Participant
CREDITS:
2 hours
*The University of Washington in conjunction with the Association for Continuing Dental Education (ACDE), along with 38 of its member schools jointly presents the “ACDE Webinar Series”
This series features university-based key opinion leaders presenting numerous topics on multiple dates and times. Presentations are available to meet every dental health care professional’s schedule and interests.
Conflict of Interest
In accordance with the ADA CERP Standard V., everyone involved in planning or presenting this educational activity will be required to disclose any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests and this information will be made available to participants at the start of the course.
As a continuing education provider, University of Washington Continuing Dental Education is responsible for ensuring the content, quality and scientific integrity of all continuing dental education activities for which credit is provided. The School is also responsible for taking steps to protect against and/or disclose any conflict of interest of the faculty/instructors presenting those courses.
Cancellation and Refunds
For this live webinar, a registration refund will be issued for cancellations received by Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Registration will remain open until the webinar begins – NO REFUNDS will be accepted once the webinar has begun. Cancellations must be received in email to dentalce@uw.edu The cancellation request must include: the name of the course, name of the person registered, name of the person requesting the cancellation, and the reason for the cancellation.
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This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between the University of Washington and ACDE member schools.
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University of Washington designates this activity for 2 continuing education credits.