Dental considerations in upper airway sleep disorders: A review of the literature.

摘要: Abstract Statement Of Problem. Upper airway sleep disorders are becoming recognized as common medical concerns. Multiple treatment options have been advocated, including the use of dental devices. Dental practitioners being asked by profession to become a part team. This may be challenging task because large number devices available, rapid advancement in understanding this disease, and numerous publications. Purpose. article reviews anatomic features etiologic factors upper options. Methods. The literature review was conducted with an accepted research tool, PubMed, developed National Library Medicine. Key words searched included "obstructive apnea," "sleep disorders," "snoring." Conclusion. indicated snoring mild-to-moderate obstructive apnea patients after evaluation referral. (J Prosthet Dent 1999;82:685-98.)