title: Current trends in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
abstract: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition of partial or complete upper airway obstruction leading to increased resistance to airflow and potential cessation of breathing during sleep. Effective treatment of OSA is challenging and there has been greater recognition by the medical and dental disciplines. By understanding the rationale, indications, benefits, risks and success of the various treatment options available, clinicians will be able to make more informed treatment recommendations in patient management.
authors: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, New York University College of Dentistry, New York University Medical Center, and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, NY, USA.
authors: Kenneth E
authors: KE
authors: Fleisher
authors: Ana C
authors: AC
authors: Krieger
mesh_terms: D002508:Cephalometry; D045422:Continuous Positive Airway Pressure; D006801:Humans; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D017286:Polysomnography; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000639:trends*; D018570:Risk Assessment; D020181:Sleep Apnea, Obstructive / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*