title: Mandibular advancement device for obstructive sleep apnea: An overview.
abstract: This paper presents an overview of mandibular advancement device (MAD). The primary purpose of MAD is to move the mandible forwards relative to maxilla in ordered to widen the airway to prevent to closure.
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
authors.forename: S Raghavendra
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Jayesh
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
authors.forename: Wasim Manzoor
authors.initials: WM
authors.lastname: Bhat
keywords: Mandibular advancement device; sleep apnea; snoring