Pediatric Airway-Focused Myofunctional Orthodontics Mini-Residency
Learn how to treat sleep, breathing disorders and malocclusions at an early age with a leading expert in the field, Dr. German Ramirez-Yanez
29 May - 1 June 2026
Pediatric Airway-Focused Myofunctional Orthodontics Mini-Residency
Learn how to treat sleep, breathing disorders and malocclusions at an early age with a leading expert in the field, Dr. German Ramirez-Yanez
29 May - 1 June 2026
Gain Practical Skills. Deliver Better Outcomes. Build a Future-Proof Practice.
Hands-on training in early airway intervention, functional
orthodontics, and orofacial myology.
Prevention and interception during critical growth periods
Planas’ Direct Tracks, ALF Appliance, Myobrace, and Munchee Systems
Improve airway function, craniofacial development, and breathing.
Gain clinical insights, hands-on techniques, and proven strategies
Pediatric Airway Problems Are Increasing.
Be the Solution.
Without early intervention, many children develop lifelong health issues:
Sleep apnea, facial growth disorders, compromised breathing.
This course gives you the tools to diagnose early, intervene properly, and achieve measurable clinical results.
ABOUT YOUR TRAINER
Dr. Ramirez graduated in 1983, obtaining his DDS degree from the Javeriana University in Colombia. Afterwards, he completed a Pediatric Dentistry Diploma in Mexico. Dr. Ramirez interest includes guiding craniofacial growth and development in children. Thus, he trained in Orthodontics in Brazil, as well as completed a Master of Dental Sciences and Doctoral degree (PhD) in Oral Biology in Australia. He also holds a Mater degree focusing in Craniofacial Pain and Sleep Apnea from Tufts University in Boston, USA. Planas’ direct tracks.
What You'll Learn and Practice
Understand craniofacial and airway development stages
Build and apply Planas’ Direct Tracks, ALF appliance systems, and Orofacial Myology techniques.
Achieve better outcomes through combined functional and structural therapies.
Recognize the early signs of Obstructive Sleep Disordered Breathing (OSDB) and differentiate it from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) using clinical and radiographic tools.
Learn how to use minimally invasive selective grinding combined with Planas’ Direct Tracks to manage posterior and anterior crossbites early in development.
Master the interpretation of lateral cephalograms to diagnose skeletal patterns related to airway compromise, including recognizing bimaxillary retrusion and vertical growth patterns.
Program Details
Each module is designed to help you diagnose earlier, treat more effectively, and improve outcomes
for patients by combining functional orthodontic techniques with airway-focused strategies.
Module 1
Early Treatment of Malocclusions
Dates: May 29–30 2026
To envision craniofacial growth and development as a life-long process.
To recognise the association between craniofacial structural and functional disturbances with sleep and breathing disorders.
To learn how to treat a developing malocclusion in primary and mixed dentition with the Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs).
To improve your skills based on your clinical observations.
To understand the importance of integrating Orofacial Myology in your practice to improve your results when treating malocclusions and sleep and breathing disorders.
To integrate Orofacial Myology in your practice to improve nasal breathing and tongue posture.
Module 2
Integration of ALF, Myobrace, and Munchee Systems
Dates: May 31 – June 1 2026
To comprehend the differences between Obstructive Sleep Disordered Breathing (OSDB) and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
To expound the consequences of mouth breathing, as a chronic problem, on the patient’s general health.
To understand a developing malocclusion causes breathing issues, which becomes a health problem in your patient.
To recognize the structural and functional problems in your patients to make a complete diagnosis.
To understand the modus operandi of the Archwire-Light-Force (ALF) appliance.
To envision how to integrate various treatment systems to achieve better results.
What Makes This Mini-Residency Different
Most programs teach theory without showing you how to apply it.
This residency is structured to ensure you leave with the skills, confidence, and clinical systems needed to improve patient outcomes immediately after completing the course
Fully hands-on training, not just lectures.
Designed for practical application in real-world clinical settings.
Led by one of the world's top experts in pediatric airway and orthodontic integration.
Hear From Your Colleagues
"This course is a game changer, it allows you to see many cases differently, especially treating kids."
– Dr. Gary Sih,
Alpha Dental Clinic, Malaysia
"I attended Dr. German’s course back in 2018, and it was extremely useful for me as a pediatric dentist."
– Dr. Ratna Ayu Alia Zulkarnain, Pediatric Dentist, Indonesia
"Having done this course, I feel a lot more confident about treating younger children from 3 years."
– Dr. Nivedita Kumar,
Sleep Specialist, India
PRICING
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Super Early Bird
(till 31st Jan 2026)
$3,300 USD
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Early Bird Rate
(till 31st Mar 2026)
$3,550 USD
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Standard Registration
$3,800 USD
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Group of 3+ Registration
$3,300 USD
Bonus Option: Autographed book by Dr. Ramirez-Yanez for $165 USD
Where is it Held?
To Be Confirmed
Do I need experience with functional orthodontics?
No. This residency is designed to provide foundational and advanced skills, including hands-on instruction.
Will I get hands-on experience?
You will build and practice Planas’ Direct Tracks and work with ALF, Myobrace, and Munchee appliances..
What post-course support is available?
Continued mentorship and case discussions are available through DP Academy.
How do I enroll?
Complete the simple form using any "Register Now" button.
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