Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when there is limitation of upper respiratory airflow
due to partial or complete upper airway obstructions despite persistent respiratory effort. The …

This well-illustrated book is an up-to-date guide to orthodontic diagnosis, treatment
planning, and treatment delivery in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The aim is …

As the general public and our specialty better recognize the interactions between
craniofacial form and overall health, orthodontists might be expected to become proficient in …

Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects an important part of the population and
is characterized by recurrent total or partial obstruction of the upper airway (UA) during …

Introduction Pediatric sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) describes a spectrum of disease
ranging from snoring to upper airway resistance syndrome and obstructive sleep apnea …

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a significant chronic condition that can occur in young and
old patients. The etiology is complex and multifactorial in nature. Dental, medical, and …

Abstract Background The American Association of Orthodontists white paper on obstructive
sleep apnea and orthodontics remains the most authoritative statement on the topic. This …

Highlights•Obstructive sleep apnea can have many serious consequences if left
untreated.•OSA can affect adults and children and can present at any time in …

Obstructive sleep apnea is a common breathing disorder with serious effects on a patient's
health and quality of life. Orthodontists should be aware of the disease and competent at …

Dental sleep medicine is the field of dental practice that deals with the management of sleep-
related breathing disorders, which includes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults and …