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It is my pleasure and proud moment to announce that of all the recognized dental sleep academies in the United States, American Sleep and Breathing Academy has the best track record, with its board certified diplomates lowering the most AHI levels and attaining the best overall outcomes in oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. Director Collins along with Dr Patricio Reyes, world renowned neurologist and clinical director have been working with David Gergen and the Academy to reform...Read More

This weekend, I attended the American Sleep & Breathing Academy Study Club; I arrived a little late and to my surprise, there was only one chair available for me. This was when Dr. Patricio Reyes MD delivered a powerful keynote: “If we have to take care of one organ in the body, it should be the brain.” As dental professionals, we have the opportunity to enhance brain health by revolutionizing our treatment plans with a focus on the patient’s overall well-being. Drs. Tim Ad...Read More

Work Ethic Growing up in rural Alaska, I know that even though my family had to make financial ends meet season after season throughout my whole childhood, it was an absolute blessing for me to be coming from nothing. I learned quickly what good work ethic means and to achieve goals with integrity and good old fashioned hard labor.  Although my grandparents were war heros, one of them was actually a 3 star general under commander Chiang Kai-Shek, nobody in my family had a pretentious and ostenta...Read More

In Memoriam Dr. Peter F. Chase, D.D.S., M.A. May 3, 1945 – January 16, 2025 Dr. Peter Chase was more than a dentist, educator, and innovator—he was a pioneer in the field of orofacial pain, TMD, and sleep medicine, a mentor to countless students, and a man whose insatiable curiosity and passion for learning shaped an entire industry. Born and raised in Corvallis, Oregon, Peter’s early years were marked by frequent moves as his father pursued a career in school administration. Despite the constan...Read More

Joining the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA) has been one of the best professional decisions I’ve made. Over the years, I’ve attended numerous courses focused on sleep and breathing, but the education I’ve received through ASBA has truly set a new standard. The classes here have been the most informative and practical, equipping me with knowledge and strategies that I can immediately apply in my practice. Dr. Tim Adams and David Gergen are doing an incredible job leading these courses...Read More

(Written by Alan Hickey, with a dedication from David Gergen and Mallory Love)   Editor’s Note: Before Alan passed away, he wrote down his thoughts on the state of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA) and its future. He spent years building and elevating this Academy, always with a clear vision of improving patient care and uniting the fields of sleep medicine. It was never just about the Academy—it was about the bigger picture: creating a movement that would reshape the landscap...Read More

When I think of Alan, I’m reminded of the majestic redwood trees—steadfast, towering, and deeply connected. Each redwood stands tall, not because of its individual strength, but because of its roots—roots that stretch wide and intertwine with those of the surrounding trees, creating a network of support, nourishment, and resilience. Alan was one of those towering redwoods for ASBA. He was the HEARTWOOD—the strongest, most enduring part of our tree. Even though the heartwood may no longer carry n...Read More

When I was invited for a personal tour of Gergen’s Orthodontic Lab in Phoenix Arizona in December, 2024, I had no clue how impactful and incredible my experience would be seeing the amazing work and processes of this lab. First, the size of this lab is substantially impressive- with well over 50 employees ! David Gergen, the owner, set aside time with each of his leading technicians to spend time with me on every detail of the craftsmanship and the talented work they do. They all answered ...Read More