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Dentistry's role in obstructive sleep apnoea. Review and case report
Australian Dental Journal
|August 1, 1996
Summary
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is linked to serious health issues and can be treated with dental appliances or surgery. This article reviews these treatments for sleep apnoea, discussing risks and benefits.
Area of Science:
- Dental Medicine
- Sleep Medicine
- Otorhinolaryngology
Background:
- Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a serious condition with significant health implications.
- Recent inclusion of OSA in dental literature highlights the role of dentistry in its management.
- Established treatments include dental appliances and orthognathic surgery.