2025 TMD & Sleep
Mini Residency
“Diagnose and Treat TMJ Dysfunction & Obstructive Sleep Apnea”
2 Sessions, 6 Days, 50 Hours
Live and Recorded in Melbourne
Did you also know that 43% of TMD sufferers also have an underlying sleep disorder such as OSA?
Randomly performing TMD treatment without adequate training in sleep medicine is NOT the answer.
Did you know that untreated snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) could lead to TMD?
Randomly making a Mandibular Advancement Splint (MAS) without adequate training in TMD is NOT the answer.
There is a relationship between TMD and OSA, and proper management of either condition will involve knowledge in both fields.
Multidisciplinary treatment planning is essential, involving assessing the head, neck, posture and daily routine as well as assessing both the airways and sleep habits.
The TMD & Sleep Mini Residency emphasizes the multidisciplinary approach to managing TMD and OSA, with presentations from dentists, maxillofacial surgeons, orthodontists, ENTs, pain specialist physicians, physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths, all of whom are highly experienced in practising in the field of TMD and sleep medicine.
This 6 day mini residency provides a comprehensive approach to patient care that includes a detailed diagnosis, the latest treatment technologies and training for all levels of dental practitioners.
Learn from Dr Damian Teo and his guest lecturers in Melbourne, as they share their knowledge gathered from years of learning and treating TMD and OSA patients.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to confidently diagnose and treat TMD and OSA with a practical hands-on approach
What can I learn from this Residency?
Watch a sneak peek of what you'll learn from some of our previous students
Highlights
Splints
Discover different splint designs available and how to use splints to treat TMD. Includes: Stabilisation (Michigan) splints, Anterior deprogrammers, NTIs, Anterior Repositioning splints and Pivot splints
Locked Jaw
Learn how to unlock closed lock patients using splints, recapture discs and hands-on mobilisation techniques.
Hands-On
Practice safe, simple, and effective manual therapy techniques that you can offer your patients, from expert TMJ Physiotherapists, Chiropractors and Osteopaths
Records
Learn how to interpret CBCTs, MRIs & Sleep Studies. Identify airway obstructions, examine the nose, recognise TMJ degeneration and locate the TMJ disc
Sleep Apnea & Snoring
Learn how to manage Obstructive Sleep Apnea and snoring using 3D Printed Nylon Mandibular Advancement Splints (MAS)
Technology
Experience the latest technological advances in TMD management, using 3D printed nylon splints, 3D scanners and low level laser therapy
Intro Online Session: 7 hours of pre-recorded introductory webinars released on 1st May 2025.
Introductory Anatomy of the TMJ, Neck and Upper Airways
Assessment and Diagnosis of TMD and Craniofacial Pain
Understanding and Simplifying Chronic Pain
Identifying Signs/Symptoms of TMD, Sleep and Airway Issues
Understanding Sleep Disorders, Sleep Deprivation and OSA Assessment
Bruxism: Awake & Sleep, and Management
Headaches & Neuropathic Pain
Session 1: LIVE 3 days
Friday 13th June - Sunday 15th June 2025
8:30am-6:00pm AEST
Dental Airway, Posture and Sleep Assessment
Chronic Pain & Sleep
Psychosocial management
CBCT, MRI and sleep study interpretation
TMD Splint Design and Indications
3D Printed Nylon Splints for TMD
OSA Management (Dental and Medical)
3D Printed Nylon Mandibular Advancement Splints (MAS)
Low Level Laser Therapy
Closed Lock Management
Managing Masticatory Muscle Disorders
Muscle releases for TMD pain
Bite registrations for TMD orthotics and MAS appliances
Practical : Comprehensive TMD/Sleep Clinical Exam and Treatment Planning, Record taking, Muscle Palpations, Bite registrations
Session 2: LIVE 3 days
Friday 18th July- Sunday 20th July 2025
8am-6pm AEST
Diet and Nutrition for TMD & OSA Patients
Physical Therapy Management for TMD
Tongue Ties and Myofunctional Therapy
Working with Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Osteopaths, and Acupuncture for TMD
Introduction to Orthodontics for TMD & OSA
Managing TMD & OSA in Children
TMD & OSA Surgical Management
ENT management
Breathing Retraining
Incorporating TMD & Sleep Treatment Into Your Clinic
Communicating TMD & Sleep To Your Patients
Internal & External Marketing
Practical: Unlocking Closed Locks with Physiotherapy supervision, TMJ Mobilisations, Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques for Trigger Points and Muscular Pain, AK and Muscle Testing for TMD
LIMITED to 30 SPOTS to ensure proper Hands-On supervision
Presenters
Dr. Damian Teo
TMD & Sleep Dentist
Bachelor of Health Science (Dentistry) – Latrobe University
Masters of Dentistry – Latrobe University
Post Graduate Diploma Dental Sleep Medicine – University of Western Australia Fellowship Dental Sleep Medicine Certificate of Medical Acupuncture (AMAC)
Dr Damian Teo is a holistic dentist who has focused his practice to TMD, Bruxism and Dental Sleep Medicine. Damian is passionate about looking “beyond the mouth” and treating the body as a whole. He believes dentists play an important role in being able to recognise airway/breathing issues, sleeping problems, and craniofacial pain (such as headaches, neck pain, and TMD). Damian first gained deeper knowledge and understanding of TMD, craniofacial pain, sleep medicine, and airways by completing the TMD & Sleep mini residency program by Dr. Steven Olmos in 2013.
This led to Damian working in Darwin’s first official TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre in 2014, where he then restricted his practice to treating patients for snoring, sleep apnea, bruxism and TMD. He pursued further education in the field of sleep medicine and achieved his Post Graduate Diploma in Dental Sleep Medicine with the University of Western Australia in 2016.
Knowing the value in multidisciplinary treatment, Damian has a certificate in Medical Acupuncture, and has also completed courses in biochemistry, nutrition, exercise biomechanics, neuro kinetic therapy, Buteyko breathing, mental health and well-being. He works closely with many different health practitioners ranging from physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, acupuncturists, speech pathologists, sleep respiratory physicians, ENTs, oral surgeons and even personal trainers.
Dr. Derek Mahony
Specialist Orthodontist
Dr. Joseph Ryan
Oral Medicine Specialist
Mr. Roland Barrowman
Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Donny Mandrawa
Orofacial Myofunctional Dentist
Co-Founder Myofocus
Dr. Louis Chan
TMD & Sleep Dentist
Acupuncturist
Mr. Perry Burstin
ENT Surgeon
Darron Goralsky
TMJ Physiotherapist
Founder Melbourne TMJ & Facial Pain Centre
Nathan Wilkinson
Neuro Kinetic Therapist
Movement Paradigm & NKT Australia Lead Instructor
Dr David Michail
Sleep Specialist
Dr Jabob Smith
TMD & Sleep Dentist
Owner of Airway Centric Orthotics
Dr. Trevor Chetuchi
AK Chiropractor
Spinewise
Carolina Rosa
Counsellor & Hypnotherapist
Your Attendance Options
Live in person in Melbourne CBD
OrWatch The Recordings Anytime
$2,950
OHT/Hygienist
Regular Fee: $6,600 Incl GST
6 days LIVE TMD & Sleep Mini Residency in Melbourne.
Plus 12 month access to video recordings
Location: The Victoria Hotel, The Victoria Ballroom, 215 Little Collins Street
Melbourne, VIC, 3000
$5,500
Dentist
Regular Fee: $6,600 Incl GST
Save $1100!! Early Bird Rate Ends 28th February 2025
6 days LIVE TMD & Sleep Mini Residency in Melbourne.
Plus 12 month access to video recordings
Location: The Victoria Hotel, The Victoria Ballroom, 215 Little Collins Street
Melbourne, VIC, 3000
$4,400
Video On-Demand
OHT/Hygienist: $2,000 Incl GST
Regular Fee: $6,600 Incl GST
12 month access to video recordings.
Videos will be uploaded 2 weeks after each session
What Have Others Said About Our Courses?
Dr Bob Gibbins (Dentist)
“Dr Damian Teo has undertaken a huge project to create such a great course which was conducted via livestream (due to COVID) and a practical hands-on weekend. The whole Residency was so well executed, and Damian used this forum to assemble some brilliant speakers from all over to address us. A great multi-disciplinary learning experience for all and clearly demonstrates that this same multi-disciplinary approach is needed for us when we consult these patients with craniofacial pain, headache, TMD, OSA. We can’t do it all ourselves and must inform our patients of the need to work in a team to address their complex issues.
Thanks for the huge logistic effort and for the knowledge you passed on too, Damian. I would highly recommend this Residency to anyone in the dental profession and allied health professions.”
Dr Toan Le-Vo (Dentist)
“Dr. Teo's residency of sleep and TMD provided a thorough deep dive on a topic that is often mentioned but not often enlightened upon in the dental world. Would highly recommend for any practitioners looking to treat the patient and not the problem!”
Kellie Maree (Final Year Dental Student)
“Thank you Damian! The presentation was sequenced really well, you were engaging the entire way through, and you covered the management of open and closed locks really thoroughly - it's also something not taught at uni so I had very little base knowledge going into this. I've taken away a lot of useful information that will make me a better a clinician. Thanks again”
Dr Priyam Parikh (Dentist)
“I highly recommend this program! The course is very informative, well structured and covers a lot of multidisciplinary aspects of Treating OSA and TMD that most programs don’t cover. I have enjoyed every bit of this program.
Dr. Teo has been very approachable and supportive in between modules too. Thank you Dr. Damian Teo!
Natalie Katers (Dental Hygienist, Orofacial Myologist)
I guess it is official, I am probably a little obsessed with TMD, SDB, Headaches and everything related. My own TMD/pain journey has lead me down the rabbit hole of CPD and a thirst to know EVERYTHING!!!
And here is where Damian Teo fills the gap… If you haven’t tuned into one of his webinars yet, where have you been!! Each webinar builds knowledge of the previous, the most recent webinar presented on Closed Locked Management did not disappoint. Running through anatomy, symptoms and treatment, the most beneficial component of this webinar for me, the practical skills in actually releasing the muscular tension and closed lock patients.
Whilst I may not be ready to try my newly learnt skills on a patient… I have definitely had a go on myself, and can honestly say, these techniques work.
Thank you Dr. Teo, another amazing course!!
Dr Shyam Sribalachandran (Dentist)
“Damian is on a mission to improve awareness of sleep disordered breathing (SDB) and TMD among dental professionals. His Residency covers the literature on TMD, sleep, SDB & sleep bruxism, clinical examination, protocols, appliances and management.
The course provides solid foundation in TMD and SDB and implementing into practice esp where to start. He has turned his knowledge, his experience and the current evidence into easy to understand portions for those interested in TMD and SDB. He is a very good teacher and breaks it down very well. The beauty of online course is that you go on your own pace and listen to it again. Also, he is easy to talk to and really helpful beyond the program.
For anyone interested getting into TMD and sleep and not sure where to start, I highly recommend Damian's program.”
Enquiries
Email: dtteo@hotmail.com