Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. If you snore loudly and feel tired even after a full night's sleep, you might have sleep apnea.
Dentists have a very important role in screening and referring potential patients who are found to be at risk of SDB
Orthodontists/sleep dentists may have a valuable role in the screening and interdisciplinary management of these conditions.
Depending on the developmental age of the patient and the cause of the apnea dental treatment options may vary.
For adult patients, treatment modalities may include oral appliance therapy (OAT), orthognathic surgery and surgical or miniscrew supported palatal expansion(MARPE).
While for children, treatment may include non-surgical maxillary expansion and orthodontic functional appliances.
We will do everything we can to reduce any nervousness or anxiety you have when you visit our clinic.