The Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS) is a common sleep-related
breathing disorder characterized by repetitive obstructions of the upper airway during sleep.
Modification of pharyngeal patency by Oral Appliance (OA) therapy has been suggested as
an alternative to various treatment modalities for OSAHS. To determine the evidence base
with respect to the efficacy and co-morbidity of OA therapy in OSAHS, we conducted a
systematic review of the available literature. Primary outcome measures were the reduction …

The obstructive sleep apnea–hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) is a common sleep-related
breathing disorder characterized by repetitive obstructions of the upper airway during sleep.
The modification of pharyngeal patency by oral appliance therapy has been suggested as
an alternative to various treatment modalities for OSAHS. To determine the evidence base
with respect to the efficacy and comorbidity of the oral appliance therapy in OSAHS, a
systematic review of the available literature was conducted. In addition, the preliminary …