Title of article
The role of dental professionals in the management of obstructive sleep apnea
Author/Authors
Darazé, Antoine Lebanese University - Department of Orthodontics, Lebanon , Hoteit, Marwan Lebanese University - Department of Orthodontics, Lebanon , Younès, Hiba Private practice, Lebanon , Saba, Sami Bou Catholic University of Louvain - Department of Orthodontics, Belgium , Delatte, Myriam Oklahoma University - Health Science Center, USA , Youness, Houssein Institut de Recherche Expérimentale etClinique, Pôle de Pneumologie, Belgium , Liistro, Giuseppe Catholic University of Louvain - UCL, Belgium
From page
22
To page
31
Abstract
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common disorder occurring when the upper airway tissue collapse during sleep. Dentists are in a prime position to be the first to identify and recognize signs and symptoms of Sleep Disorders Breathing (SDB), and to steer patients in the right diagnostic direction. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the golden standard for treatment. However, oral appliance therapy is indicated for patients with mild to moderate OSA and for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy.
Journal title
JLDA - Journal of the Lebanese Dental Association
Journal title
JLDA - Journal of the Lebanese Dental Association
Record number
2663532
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