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Update on Oral Appliance Therapy for OSA

PURPOSE OF REVIEW The majority of the adult population is affected by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to recent epidemiological research. Oral appliance (OA) therapy is increasingly recommended, particularly for patients with milder OSA. This review updates the evidence in favor of OA therapy. RECENT FINDINGS A high level of evidence shows that OA is effective in the treatment of OSA...

Craniofacial enhancement using a biomimetic oral appliance.

INTRODUCTION Patient expectations are increasingly including enhancements to their overall facial macroaesthetics as well as their dental microaesthetics. 1 Treatment options to address these issues include the use of a paralyzing material such as Botulinum toxin type A (Botox). Indeed, cosmetic injection around the lips and perioral area is thought to be a way to provide aesthetic improvement ...

Oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disorder characterized by repetitive, complete or partial closure of the upper airway during sleep, resulting in sleep fragmentation and oxygen desaturation. The disorder causes significant morbidity, particularly in terms of impairment of daytime functioning and the impact this has on quality of life. There is also evidence that links OSA to long-term ...

Nasopharyngoscopic evaluation of oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnoea.

This study aimed to explore the effect of mandibular advancement splints (MAS) on upper airway anatomy during wakefulness in obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Patients commencing treatment for OSA with MAS were recruited. Response to treatment was defined by a >or=50% reduction in the apnoea/hypopnoea index. Nasopharyngoscopy was performed in the supine position. Nasopharyngoscopy was performed i...