Committees

Dr. Chris Chui is a general dentist who has great experience in the subject of Dental Sleep Medicine. He has successfully treated numerous patients with snoring and sleep apnea issues. He utilizes the latest technology and the most up-to-date dental appliances to tackle the patients with sleep issues that a lot of Primary Care Providers and Board Certified Sleep Physicians could not treat. He is currently the President of Northern California Academy of General Dentistry and Board Director of American Sleep and Breathing Academy.

Dr. Chris Chui has been a leading family dentist in the San Francisco Bay Area with expertise in Sleep Apnea, TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction) and orthopedic development for both children and adults. A graduate of UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and of UC San Francisco as a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr. Chui has been continuously recognized for his stellar work and genuine patient caring, receiving prestigious accolades such as KRON4 News Best of the Bay Dentist, America’s Top Dentist, Fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantologists and Fellow of the International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics.

Dr. John Carollo received his dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, (now Rutgers Dental School), and is a Member of the Academy of General Dentistry, The American Dental Association, The Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and a Diplomat in The American Sleep Breathing Academy. Dr. Carollo is a National and International Speaker for Sleep Group Solutions, Straumann Implants, Neoss Implants and Nobel Biocare Implants.

He has presented extensively on the subjects of Dental Sleep Medicine, Fabricating Dental Sleep Appliances Over Orthodontic Retainers, Avoiding Complications and Pitfalls in Implant Dentistry from Single Teeth to Full Mouth Restorations, All-on-4™ Lecture and Hands-On, Contemporary Implant Esthetics, Anterior Esthetics for Implants and Natural Teeth, All-Ceramic Restorations, Dental Digital Dentistry & Photography and Treatment Planning for Dental Implant Cases.

Currently, Dr. Carollo is presenting on Immediate Loading and Immediate Function of Dental Implants, Full Arch Implant Therapy: Assessment for Surgical and Restorative Options, the “All-on-4™” Technique and “Teeth-in-a-Day™”. Dr. Carollo also is presenting on Dental Sleep Medicine, (Sleep Apnea Therapy), and Incorporating Dental Sleep into Your Dental Office.

He has authored articles on the Dental Sleep Medicine, the NobelProcera System; the All-Ceram Bridges, Digital Photography, Computerized Shade Mapping & Laboratory Communication. Dr. Carollo teaches hands-on programs in: All-on-4™, Dental Digital Photography, Airway Titration for Dental Oral Sleep Appliances, Effective Case Presentations, Laboratory Communication, Patient Education, Treatment Planning, Increasing Case Acceptance and Contemporary Implant Perspectives.

Dr. Carollo is a 2018 New Jersey Top Dentist as Selected by his peers. Additionally; Dr. Carollo is the Team Dentist for the New York Jets of the National Football League. Dr. Carollo maintains a full time General/Restorative Private Practice in Florham Park, New Jersey.

Dr. Eugene M. Azuma, DDS received his Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa before pursuing his Professional Diploma in Secondary Education Specializing in Biology and Marine Science. He then received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in Washington, DC.

In 1990, Dr. Azuma established Eugene M. Azuma, DDS, his family-oriented dental practice in Honolulu, HI. What started off as a small, two-operatory office later evolved into a technologically advanced dental practice in 1995. We utilize digital xrays, 3D conebeam radiography and dental Lasers for the Nightlase procedure.

Dr. Eugene M. Azuma, DDS is a specialist in sleep apnea treatment and dental sleep medicine. In 2016, Dr. Azuma, along with his colleagues, established Hawaii Dental Sleep Medicine, LLC.

Additionally, Dr. Azuma is a member of the American Dental Associations, Honolulu County Dental Society, Diplomat of the American Sleep and Breathing Academy, Cerec Study club, Leeward Prosthetics Study club, and the Hawaii Sleep Society.

Dr. Freyberg a 1968 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Dentistry was a full time practicing general dentist, until recently, where he now spends much of his chair-side time practicing dental sleep medicine in Illinois and Arizona. He says “In my senior practice years, sleep medicine is new and fascinating, physically much easier than general dentistry and more rewarding. We are now also saving lives-in addition to dentitions. And, chairside, it is much less stressful and more lucrative.”

Dr. Freydberg was named University of Illinois “Alumni of the Year” in 2004. Additionally, he was the 2002 Program Chairman for the Chicago Dental Society Mid-Winter Meeting, which drew over 40,000 attendees.

In 2007, Dr. Gordon Christensen appointed Dr. Freydberg as the Director of Technology at the new Scottsdale Center for Dentistry, at the time he was the head of educational programs. In February 2009, the Chicago Dental Society awarded Dr. Freydberg the Gordon Christensen Lecture Recognition Award for his outstanding teaching contributions over the years.

And, He was also a consultant to the ADA Council on Dental Practice for more than a decade.

He has been recognized as the “grandfather of dental technology”, having lectured on dental computers and technology since 1980. He consulted with all the major technology companies in dentistry.

He is also leading speaker on conservative “Prepless” esthetic dentistry and is considered a pioneer in raising dentists’ awareness of the ever-growing link between high technology and practice and clinical management.

“Practicing Dental Sleep Medicine is a joy. And I can’t wait to share stories and videos of patients, who attribute sleep dentists for not just saving their lives, but having discovered the source of many of their medical problems, when their physicians only treated their illnesses.”

Dr. Freydberg looks forward to enjoying even longer relationships with his patient friends as well as with the new ones he will meet through his passion for teaching.

Professional Affiliations
American Dental Association
Illinois Dental Society
Chicago Dental Society
Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
Fellow of the International College of Dentists
Fellow of the American College of Dentists
Fellow of the International College of Dento-Facial Esthetics
Alpha Omega

Dr. Mueller was born and raised in Granite City Illinois. He grew up loving baseball and went on to become the starting shortstop at Trinity University in San Antonio. His passion for baseball took him as far as playing semi-pro ball where the pro scouts were in regular attendance. But pro ball was not meant to be due to a career ending injury in his senior year. One chapter closes and another one opens.

In 1980, Kevin Mueller earned his doctorate in medical dentistry (DMD) in East St. Louis Illinois where now Dr. Mueller also performed his general practice residency.

While on vacation to Arizona in 1982, Dr. Mueller fell in love its unique beauty and decided to start a new life, a family and his own practice (named Paseo Dental) here in Glendale Arizona.

Heeding the call to “go (further) west young man”, Dr. Mueller sold his practice in Glendale and moved to California. But Arizona drew him back in 2004, which is when he opened Arizona Smile Design.

Dr. Mueller has a passion for excellence in everything he does. His sports interests are now golf where he has enjoyed as low as a three handicap and he has become an accomplished ballroom dancer, where he has also competed routinely over the years.

Dr. Mueller’s passion for dentistry has only grown stronger as the science around it has grown. The latest technologies encourage dentists to look beyond the condition of the cavity and wear and see its ultimate cause. Today’s brave new world of new technology reaches far beyond what yesterday’s dentist could have ever imagined. The teeth and many seemingly unrelated physical challenges stem from what happens when we sleep.

Dr. Hu, grew up in Soldotna, Alaska, the heart of the Kenai Peninsula and home of the world record King Salmon. He graduated from Soldotna high School in 1991, earning abundant local, state and national scholarships and was also admitted to a very competitive dual-degree program, called the “Preferred Admissions Program” at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. He knew he wanted to become a dentist ever since middle school, and being admitted to this vigorous program, he was able to attain both his bachelor’s and doctorate degree at age 24. While at Michigan Dental School, Dr. Hu earned research recognition and awards, for his study, “Searching for practical methods to monitor Streptococcus mutans levels” under Dr. Walter J. Loesche, former President of the International Academy of Dental Research (IADR) and American Academy of Dental Research (AADR).

Dr. Hu is married to “Sharon” Yi Hui Hu and they have three children together, Walter T. Hu, William S. Hu, and Warren A. Hu. Sharon is from Taiwan, and loves the Kenai Peninsula. This community has embraced her, and she loves being an Alaskan. Dr. Hu is a true Alaskan at heart. He loves everything about Alaska, from hiking the mountains and fishing the rivers, to biking the great outdoors and participating in winter sporting events. Dr. Hu has also obtained his black belt in Karate from Okamotos (Jinen Ryu style Karate). As Dr. Hu feels his identity is “Alaskan”, he returned home right after graduation to practice dentistry in 1998, taking over a locally well known and highly respected practice– that of Dr. Calvin Fair’s.

Currently, Dr. Hu is dedicated to providing exceptional dentistry in Anchorage and Soldotna. Over the years, Dr. Hu has attained extensive training at the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). He has earned many Fellowships and Masterships (see credentials) and has published numerous articles with his research in cosmetic dentistry and dental sleep apnea treatment. In 2017, he became the first full time dentist in Alaska to earn Board certification for Dental Sleep Medicine as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. He also has been lecturing over the years at national conferences from Arizona to Texas, Hawaii to Seattle, and even Canada. He thoroughly enjoys changing the lives of his clients through new smiles– designed and fashioned by nationally recognized and award winning MACVEENERS MACStudio team. In addition to applying both artistic and scientific principles to his work, his profound passion is to help make life changing dentistry. Dr. Hu has also been invited to speak at future conferences. With many published articles in dental publications pertaining to cosmetic dentistry and dental sleep medicine, Dr. Hu is also currently continuing his clinical research in those fields.

Dr. Taché is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He completed an advanced General Dentistry Residency program at the Veterans Administration Hospital (VA)/University of Texas Dental Branch (UTDB), where he then accepted a position as Assistant Clinical Professor teaching Post-Graduate anatomy.

Subsequently, Dr. Taché was invited to particpate18-month training program with Dr. Janet Travell in Bethesda, Maryland. The emphasis of this intensive program was the diagnosis and treatment of Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction. Dr. Janet Travell (1901-1997) was a renowned for researcher, clinician and author who is best known for her successfully treating former President of the United States, John F. Kennedy and the textbook, Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: A Trigger Point Manual which she wrote in collaboration with David G. Simons, MD.

Dr. Taché established a successful practice in Houston, Texas. The emphasis of his practice was the Diagnosis and Treatment of TM Disorders and Orofacial Pain. For most of the many years that he practiced in Houston, Dr. Tache maintained a position as Assistant Clinical and Lecturing Professor for the General Practice Residency Program for the Post-Graduate Residents of the U. of Texas/Veterans Administration General Practice Residency. He was charged with both didactic and clinical instruction in the area of TMJ/Orofacial Pain. Dr. Taché was also one of the founders of the U. of Texas Dental Branch multi-disciplinary TMD/Orofacial Pain Clinic.

In 1999, Dr. Taché accepted a position as Director of TMD/Orofacial Pain Department for Dental Associates, a large multi-discipline, multi-center Dental corporation that originated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Tache and family settled in Appleton, Wisconsin where they live today.

The growing body of knowledge highlighting the frequency of sleep disorders among TMD/Orofacial prompted Dr. Tache to immerse himself in the study of sleep disorders. These efforts culminated in his becoming the first Dentist to be granted board certification in Dental Sleep Medicine by the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. His growing interest in the Sleep/Pain connection prompted him to enroll with his alma mater, Tufts University, in post-graduate study of fibromyalgia which he continued for two years. Following his completion of this research, he was also awarded Board Qualification by the American Board of Orofacial Pain.

As Past President, and now Vice President of the Wisconsin Sleep Society, Dr. Taché says, “My goal is to advance understanding of the correlation between sleep disturbance and orofacial pain. My involvement with the WSS has provided more opportunities to do just that.” Dr. Taché continues as an active Board member and lecturer for the Wisconsin Sleep Society.

Dr. Blum’s reputation for performing the highest-quality dentistry is only rivaled by his kindness and penchant to turn a smile. He brings compassion and excellence to the art of dentistry, excelling in cosmetic dentistry and smile design. When asked what he likes most about his work, he says he loves it when he absolutely knows that he’s made a true difference in someone’s life — “one of the most amazing feelings in the world.” From developing lifesaving treatment plans for patients with obstructive sleep apnea who are CPAP intolerant, to that moment after a dental or facial cosmetic treatment, when a patient looks in the mirror and smiles for the first time — these are the reasons Dr. Blum loves coming to work every day!

Dr. Blum has trained and studied under many of the top clinicians in the world for the past 35 years. He began his journey toward becoming a dentist as a volunteer at the Sinai Hospital Dental Clinic and eventually graduated from UMBC with a BA in Biology and Psychology. He went on to study at Boston University’s School of Dental Medicine, graduating with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 1983. In that same year, he opened the doors of his first private practice in Baltimore, and later opened the doors of a new practice in 1987 in Elliott City.

Passionate about education and sharing knowledge, Dr. Blum believes that if someone has the opportunity to learn something, they should pay it forward. Dr. Blum attends training and conferences year-round, sometimes as a student, and other times as the instructor. He is also a past volunteer Clinical Instructor at the University of Maryland Dental School.

Dr. Blum is:
An Elected Fellow of the International Academy for Dental Facial Aesthetics
A 2010 Founding Member of the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health
A member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
A member of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry
A 1986 Charter Member of the American Academy for Functional Orthodontics
A member of the American Dental Association

A member of the Maryland State Dental Association
A member of the Howard County Dental Association
A member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine
A member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
A member of the Maryland Sleep Society
A past member of the Leading Physicians of the World
A past member of the International Association of Dentists
An accredited member and past adjunct faculty of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics
A past volunteer faculty University of Maryland School of Dentistry

Dr. Tilly is the director of Calhoun Dental Associates. He graduated from the Medical College of GA (MCG)School of Dentistry where he remained as a full time faculty member and the director of auxiliary training. After practicing two years in Gainesville, GA he came to Calhoun in 1978 where he maintains the longest established dental practice in the county. Dr. Tilley is a confessed “continuing education junky” always keeping up with the latest techniques and procedures in all aspects of dental medicine. Since dental school he has always had a keen interest in dental occlusion,craniofacial pain, TMJ and all related subjects. His professional interests remain in continuing education, research and teaching. Other than serving as a full time faculty member at MCG he has also served as an assistant clinical professor in oral medicine at MCG as well as Emory University. He has served as an Assistant Professor at Highlands College where he taught anatomy and physiology. he is also a regular lecturer at several other schools both in the US and internationally.

Dr. Richard Klein has exclusively treated patients with only two diagnoses OSA and TMD for over 25 years. His credentials regarding Sleep Apnea include Diplomat status in sleep from the ASBA and the AACPS, for 9 years he has been a clinical professor at Michigan State Osteopathic Medical School and for over fifteen years has provided monthly lectures to residents at St. John and Henry Ford Hospitals teaching pain management and OSA.

He has been asked to explain OSA in Washington DC five separate times to the DOT, FMCSA, Senate Health Care Committee, and Congressional members…and is still looking forward to dentists treating truck drivers, railroad engineers and airplane pilots who then may operate their vehicles safely with controlled OSA.

Dr. Seltzer is a graduate of Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine. Has been in dental practice since 1982 and has been treating patients with oral appliances for obstructive asleep apnea since 1991.

His years of experience and extensive knowledge of oral appliances has enabled him , along with his partner, Jeffrey Rein DDS, and the outstanding staff at Long Island Dental Sleep Medicine, to build one of the largest and most successful dental sleep practices in the New York Metropolitan area.

With over 25 years of knowledge in dental sleep medicine, Dr Seltzer and the team at Long island Dental Sleep Medicine, is the official New York Pro Player Health Alliance office treating retired NFL players as well as the first and only office in New York State to be a Dental Sleep Medicine Accredited Facility by the Academy of Dental Sleep medicine.

Recently, Dr Seltzer, along with several other Diplomates of the ASBA had the honor and privilege, to be selected to speak in front of a congressional caucus in Washington D.C., on the dangers of undiagnosed and untreated OSA and its affect on public safety.