Kent Smith, DDS, D-ABDSM, FAASM
Medical Reviewer

Biography

Dr. Kent Smith is board-certified in dental sleep medicine with over 20 years of experience in the treatment of sleep breathing disorders. He is president of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy and is on the advisory committee of the Australasian Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. He earned his doctor of dental surgery and dentistry from Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, and his bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University.

In addition to running his private practice in Dallas, Tex., Dr. Smith is the founder and primary facilitator of 21st Century Sleep Seminars, a series of training events that prepares dental professionals to incorporate dental sleep medicine into their practices. He is also frequently published in Inside Dentistry, Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Sleep Review, and other industry publications.

Education

• Dental Degree: Texas A&M University College of Dentistry
• Board Certification: Dental Sleep Medicine — American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
• Additional Certification: Diplomate —American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine