John M. McCrillis
Dentist
3935 Dupont Circle Suite C Louisville Kentucky, 40207About
John M. McCrillis, DMD, DABDSM, practices at Louisville Dental Sleep Medicine, a unique practice dedicated to helping snorers, their bed partners and sleep apnea sufferers through the use of FDA approved intra-oral appliances. Snoring and sleep apnea can stem from a variety of causes, but the results are always disruptive for the sufferer and nearly as disturbing and frightening for the apnea patient?s family members. Dr. McCrillis is also affiliated with Baptist Health Hospital and is based in Louisville, Kentucky. He has 38 years practicing dental sleep medicine and studied at the University of Louisville. Upon graduating in 1976, he became the first dentist in the state of Kentucky to be board certified by the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine. In addition, he is a member of the American Dental Association, the Kentucky Medical Association, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the US Air Force Academy Association of Graduates and was distinguished with a Dental Award in 2013.
Education and Training
University of Louisville
Board Certification
American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (First Dentist in the State to have this)
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Meetings for the Kentucky Sleep Society and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine -
Awards
- Distinguished Dental Award, 2013
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, Kentucky Medical Association, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, US Air Force Academy Association of Graduates
What do you attribute your success to?
- Persistence, Education, Enjoys Learning New Techniques and Welcomes Challenges
Hobbies / Sports
- Family, Friends, Biking, Hiking, Traveling
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