Julia Muriel Levy: Orthodontics in the Surgical Management of Adult Sleep Apnea

This lecture explores the critical role of orthodontics in the comprehensive surgical management of adult obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Julia Muriel Levy will present evidence-based strategies for orthodontic evaluation, treatment sequencing, and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize airway function, surgical precision, and long-term stability. Clinical cases will highlight how orthodontic planning enhances outcomes in maxillomandibular advancement and adjunctive sleep surgery.

SPEAKER

Dr. Julia Muriel Cohen-Lévy, DDS, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C), ABO, is an Assistant Professor of Orthodontics and Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Dental Education at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. She is a board-certified orthodontist with internationally recognized expertise in interdisciplinary orthodontic planning for orthognathic and sleep apnea surgery. Her academic, clinical, and research work focuses on airway-centered orthodontics, surgical–orthodontic coordination, and digital treatment workflows to optimize functional, esthetic, and airway outcomes in adult patients. Dr. Cohen-Lévy lectures globally and is actively engaged in advancing multidisciplinary education and innovation in the management of obstructive sleep apnea.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand the role of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning in adult sleep apnea surgery

• Recognize indications for pre- and post-surgical orthodontic interventions

• Integrate orthodontics into multidisciplinary sleep apnea treatment pathways

• Apply clinical strategies to improve airway outcomes, occlusal stability, and long-term success

TARGET AUDIENCE

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, ENT Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Sleep Surgeons, Dental Sleep Medicine Specialists, Prosthodontists, and Residents/Fellows involved in the interdisciplinary management of sleep apnea.

FREE ONLINE LIVE EVENT

San Francisco: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Mexico City: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 5:00 pm

New York: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Rio de Janeiro: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 8:00 pm

London: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 12:00 midnight

Berlin: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 1:00 am

Johannesburg: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 1:00 am

Cairo: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 2:00 am

Dubai: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 3:00 am

Delhi: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 4:30 am

Manila: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 7:00 am

Sydney: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 9:00 am

LANGUAGE: The event language is English.

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DECLARATION

In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.