Advanced Sleep & Airway Medicine
Comprehensive CARE II
Live 3-Day Program | October 15 - 17, 2026
Ruth Hembree has been in dentistry for over 18 years on the operational side. She has worked for a large DSO overseeing practices in several states; she has consulted for dental practices throughout the DFW market and helped start and organize a small dental service organization.
Her operational and people development experience includes her work for Target as an executive and Victoria’s Secret in store support. In addition, Ruth has experience as a facilitator of the Leadership Challenge and has extensive executive training experience. Currently, Ruth is the senior vice president of practice services for Vivos as well as an instructor at The Vivos Institute, training Vivos Integrated Providers and their teams with implementation support.
For over 20 years, Dental Sleep Medicine, Orthodontics, TMD, Myofunctional Therapy, Chiropractic, Nutrition, Physical Fitness, Physical Therapy, research, etc. are all integrated parts of Aaron's dental/medical education and experience. It wasn’t until he incorporated his formal University education in human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, etc., with his dental background did he unlock the puzzle of whole-body health. His network includes professionals nationally and internationally: MDs, DOs, DCs, Sleep Physicians, Cardiologists, PTs, Dieticians, Dentists, Dental Specialists, Personal Trainers, Radiologists, Podiatrists, and Biomechanical Engineers. He has dedicated his working life to helping dentists and providing them with ‘the road map’ (diagnostic knowledge and skill sets) to help their patients improve their quality of life and live longer healthier lives. Sleep Dentistry, Epigenetics, Pneumopedics (airway), orthopedics/orthodontics, posture, nutrition, cone beam imaging (CBCT), computerized biometrics, occlusion, orthognathic and craniomandibular function, pharyngometry, rhinometry, occlusion, radiology, treatment concerns, planning insight, consultation services, appliance design, patient integration, and adjustments are just some of the topics he discusses with doctors daily. It is his intent to educate, train, encourage and help dentists improve and save the lives of their patients currently suffering from sleep breathing disorders and OSA.
Dr. Lindsay Williams received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Maryland. She began her journey practicing general dentistry for eight years and eventually started treating patients for sleep and airway. After realizing that this was her passion she decided to hang up her drill and has been dedicated to solely treating patients for sleep and airway ever since. Dr. Williams works at the Vivos Center in Highlands Ranch, Co, treating both adults and children in addition to instructing courses at the Vivos Institute in Denver.
Dr. Jon W. Caulfield owns and operates Epic Dentistry in Littleton, Colorado where he takes an integrated, whole health approach to dentistry, specializing in the areas of Sleep, Airway and TMJ. He has been fortunate to work alongside world leaders in neuromuscular occlusion and pneumopedics and is now
paying it forward, teaching hundreds of dentists worldwide how to integrate solutions for sleep, airway and TMJ into their practices. Dr. Caulfield is an instructor at the Institute for Craniofacial Sleep Medicine and leads the Clinical Advisory and Advocate Program at Vivos Therapeutics. A graduate of University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Dr. Caulfield also holds an advanced graduate degree with Occlusion Connections and a diplomate status with the American Sleep and Breathing Academy.
A Dedicated Dental Hygienist and Accomplished Myofunctional Therapist, LeighAnne is a dental industry veteran with over thirty years of experience. LeighAnne, along with her husband and three grown children, calls South Florida home. Her extensive expertise in Myofunctional Therapy is highly regarded, having previously owned her own practice where she provided patients with tailored treatments.
Presently, LeighAnne serves as the Vice President of the MyoCorrect Department at Vivos Therapeutics, Inc.
LeighAnne’s qualifications extend beyond her coursework in Myofunctional Therapy to include her “QOM” status, making her a Qualified Orofacial Myologist. Her specialty lies in treating Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, whether inperson or via Telemedicine. Leigh Anne is passionate about helping individuals become their best selves and takes great pride in her work.
When she’s not working, LeighAnne enjoys shelling at the beach with her loved ones.
Continue building your expertise and expanding the impact you have on your patients’ health with our additional Sleep & Airway programs—designed to support both clinical growth and practical implementation.
Guided Growth & Development
Master airway-centered pediatric care and craniofacial development with hands-on training, practical techniques, and strategies to improve breathing, sleep, and overall wellness in children.
Introduction to Sleep & Airway Medicine
Build a strong foundation in sleep and airway medicine with training for you and your team. This program takes your entire practice from core knowledge to real-world implementation, focusing on workflows, team roles, patient communication, and practical integration—so you can confidently begin delivering sleep and airway care from day one.
Take the next step in your journey to mastery and position your practice as a leader in comprehensive sleep and airway-centered care.
The Vivos Institute® is an Accredited Provider for Continuing Dental Education.

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