Global Speaker & Consultant
Michael Bennett DDS, PhD
DDS, PhD
Michael Bennett DDS, PhD delivers compelling, research-backed presentations that change how audiences think about health and wellness. As the only dentist with a PhD specifically researching sleep screening protocols for dental practices, he brings a unique perspective that bridges the gap between oral health and total body wellness.
Whether addressing healthcare professionals, corporate wellness programs, or public health initiatives, Dr. Bennett's presentations combine scientific depth with practical applications, inspiring audiences to implement transformative approaches to health that begin in the mouth but extend throughout the entire body.
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Who Benefits from
Dr. Bennett's Presentations
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Dental Professionals
Learn how to expand your practice beyond traditional dentistry by implementing sleep screening protocols and recognizing oral indicators of systemic health issues.
Medical Practitioners
Discover the often-overlooked connections between oral health and conditions you treat daily, enhancing your diagnostic and treatment approaches.
Healthcare Organizations
Gain insights into integrative care models that improve patient outcomes by addressing foundational aspects of health that begin in the oral cavity.
Corporate Wellness Programs
Understand how addressing sleep and breathing issues can dramatically improve employee health, productivity, and satisfaction.
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Unmatched Expertise
Michael Bennett, DDS, PhD is a sought-after expert on the connections between oral health and overall wellness. His unique perspective as both a practicing dentist and maybe the only dentist with a PhD in sleep screening research makes him a valuable contributor to discussions on holistic health approaches.
Dental Practice
10 years full-time practice dedicated to sleep and pain treatments.
Orem, Utah
Board Member
Clinical Advisory Board Member Vivos Therapeutics. 2017-2019
Educator
Adjunct professor, Brigham Young University.
1999 - 2021
Consultant
Consultant to over 100 dentists.
TMD & Craniofacial Pain course instructor Vivos Therapeutics, Inc.
Career Highlights
Double Board-Certified (Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Medicine)
Mastership: Academy of General Dentistry
Clinical Advisor for 100+ Vivos-trained doctors providing mentoring.
Clinical Advisory Board Member Vivos Therapeutics 2017-2019
25+ Years of Clinical Experience
1,000s of Patients Treated
International Keynote Speaker
Research & Academics
Oral Health Rezzimax Article: Sharik L Peck, PT, MRC, CEAS and J. Brent Feland, MSPT,PhD with clinical contributions from Michael Bennett, DDS
Researcher investigating Vivos Therapeutics DNA appliance efficacy in children obstructivesleep apnea.
Lifetime Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society (top 10% in class)
Adjunct professor, Brigham Young University, predental/premedical class 1999-2021
TMD & Craniofacial Pain course instructor Vivos Therapeutics, Inc.
Speaking Topics
Whether I'm keynoting conferences or leading hands-on courses from Asia to the U.S., my focus is the same: to elevate awareness, empower providers, and equip teams with practical, life changing tools.
The Mouth: Your Body's Most Important Health Indicator
This keynote presentation reveals how the mouth serves as a window to overall health, showing healthcare professionals how to identify systemic health issues through oral examinations. Dr. Bennett explains how dental structures influence breathing, sleep quality, and inflammatory responses throughout the body, providing a framework for more comprehensive patient care.
Audience:
Key Takeaways
Identifying oral indicators of sleep-disordered breathing
Understanding the connection between periodontal health and systemic inflammation
Implementing simple screening protocols that can transform patient outcomes
Creating collaborative care models between dental and medical professionals
Sleep Screening in Dental Practice: A Gateway to Better Health
This presentation details Dr. Bennett's groundbreaking research on implementing sleep screening protocols in dental settings. Audiences learn how identifying and addressing sleep disorders through dental care can prevent or improve conditions ranging from hypertension to diabetes to cognitive decline.
Audience:
Key Takeaways
The prevalence and health impact of undiagnosed sleep disorders
Specific oral indicators that suggest sleep-disordered breathing
Step-by-step implementation of screening protocols in clinical settings
Case studies demonstrating dramatic health improvements through this approach
Beyond Teeth: Transforming Healthcare Through Holistic Dental Medicine
This comprehensive presentation challenges traditional healthcare silos by demonstrating how dental professionals can contribute to overall health outcomes. Dr. Bennett shares his vision for a healthcare system where every provider screens for fundamental health issues regardless of specialty.
Audience:
Key Takeaways
The historical separation of dental and medical care and its impact on patient health
Research supporting the mouth-body connection
Practical steps for implementing a more holistic approach in any healthcare setting
The economic and health benefits of integrated care models
Additional Topics
Airway-Centered Dentistry: The Missing Link in Health Optimization
The Pediatric Airway: Setting Children Up for Lifelong Health
Nutrition's Impact on Oral and Overall Health
The Sleep-Oral Health Connection: What Every Healthcare Provider Should Know
Breathing Mechanics: How Your Airway Affects Everything
What People Are Saying
Media
Daily Mastermind Podcast
Vivos

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