In This Episode
Approximately 39 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. It’s a relatively common condition that can impact many areas of overall health — including oral health.
In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman is joined by Dr. Dar Radfar for a conversation about the convergence of sleep science and dentistry. Dr. Radfar explains how practices and patients alike can benefit when sleep wellness is incorporated into dentists’ services. He also offers actionable advice for implementing sleep apnea treatment in your dental practice.
Show Notes & Resources
About the Host
Art Wiederman, CPA, Director of Dental Practices | Eide Bailly
Art specializes in serving dental practices. He oversees a variety of services including accounting, tax compliance and planning, financial planning, retirement planning, and financial practice management consulting. Art’s expertise is not only in taxation issues for dentists, but also in his knowledge of dental practice metrics and benchmarks. Art has the ability to look at a dentist’s statements and identify profit holes in their practice.
About the Guest
Dr. Dar Radfar, DDS, Founder | Rad Health, Inc.
In 2009, Dr. Dar Radfar had the unfortunate experience of falling asleep at the wheel and crashing his car into a tree. He was diagnosed with mild sleep apnea, which causes daytime sleepiness along with various medical conditions that affect the heart and whole body. He has since dedicated his career to helping dental patients with snoring and sleep apnea issues. A diplomat of the American Sleep & Breathing Academy and a TMJ specialist, Dr. Radfar has helped over 5,000 patients sleep better, experience fewer jaw issues, and improve gum, teeth, and overall health.
