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KMID : 0362720190570050288
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Journal of the Korean Dental Association
2019 Volume.57 No. 5 p.288 ~ p.295
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Treatment of Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Oral Appliance
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Kim Ji-Rak
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Abstract
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Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is defined as a disturbed breathing during sleep caused by repetitive upper airway collapse.
Complete collapse causes a cessation of breathing, known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring can arise from partial collapse. Undiagnosed and untreated OSA means recurrent intermittent hypoxemia and leads to a variety of cardiovascular disorders, disturbed neurocognition, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Various behavioral modalities have been suggested for treating snoring and sleep apnea including changing the sleep position, avoiding alcohol, and weight loss. Until now continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is one of effective treatment for patients with OSA, but its discomfort causes less tolerance and compliance. Therefore, clinical effectiveness and convenience for oral appliance have emerged and the role of dentists has become more important in the management of OSA.
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KEYWORD
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Snoring, Obstructive sleep apnea, Oral appliance, Dentist
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