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Orthodontics and obstructive sleep apnea in children
Paola Pirelli1, Maurizio Saponara, Chiara De Rosa
1Department of Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy. p.pirelli@gmail.com <p.pirelli@gmail.com>
The Medical Clinics of North America
|May 11, 2010
Summary
Children with breathing issues like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often have craniofacial differences. Maxillary constriction can contribute to OSA by narrowing airways, impacting breathing and sleep.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Sleep Medicine
Background:
- Children with respiratory problems and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) frequently display craniofacial morphology disturbances.
- Nasal obstruction and a narrow maxilla are common in these children, potentially increasing nasal resistance and altering tongue posture.
- This can lead to retroglossal airway narrowing and OSA.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the craniofacial morphology in children with oral breathing, snoring, and nighttime apneas.
- To analyze the relationship between maxillary constriction and airway dimensions in pediatric OSA patients.
Main Methods:
- Studied sixty children with a history of oral breathing, snoring, and nighttime apneas.
- Conducted an orthognathodontic investigation using posteroanterior cephalographs, intraoral radiographs, and computed tomographic (CT) scans.
Main Results:
- Detailed discussion of materials and methods used in the study.
- Presentation and analysis of the results obtained from the radiographic and CT examinations.
Conclusions:
- Maxillary constriction is a significant factor in the craniofacial morphology of children with OSA.
- Understanding these morphological disturbances is crucial for diagnosing and managing pediatric obstructive sleep apnea.
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