When Apnea Isn't the Whole Story: Recognizing Restless Legs Syndrome in Dental Sleep Practice

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Learn to identify when Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) may be contributing to disrupted sleep, fragmented treatment outcomes, or ongoing fatigue in patients treated for Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Learning Objectives:

Recognize key signs and symptoms of RLS that may present in dental practice
Describe the relationship between RLS and OSA and sleep bruxism
Understand the basics of RLS evaluation and management in sleep medicine clinics

Andrew Spector, MD

Dr. Andrew Spector is a Professor of Neurology at Duke University with a clinical focus in sleep medicine. He is the author of the book Navigating Life with Restless Legs Syndrome, and he serves as the Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program Director, Vice Chair of Professionalism, Culture, Engagement, and Impact in the Duke Department of Neurology, and the Duke Athletics Sleep Optimization Consultant. Dr. Spector earned his MD from the University of Michigan, completed his neurology residency at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and a fellowship in sleep medicine at Boston Medical Center.

Dr. Spector has spoken on behalf of Noctrix Health and receives royalties for a book from Oxford University Press. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.