Shannon W. Smith, MEd, RDH, is an assistant professor in the Dental Hygiene Program at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, where she works as second-year clinical coordinator. She teaches dental hygiene theory and pharmacology. Smith has experience in both private practice and education. She can be reached at shannonsmith@weber.edu .
Oral health professionals are uniquely positioned to detect pediatric obstructive sleep apnea early and help change a child’s lifelong health trajectory.