Open AccessEffectiveness of functional orthodontic appliances in obstructive sleep apnea treatment in children: literature review
Author(s) -
Rita Catia Brás Bariani,
Renato Bigliazzi,
Mário Cappellette,
Gustavo Moreira,
Reginaldo Raimundo Fujita
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
brazilian journal of otorhinolaryngology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.488
H-Index - 33
eISSN - 1808-8694
pISSN - 1808-8686
DOI - 10.1016/j.bjorl.2021.02.010
Subject(s) - obstructive sleep apnea , medicine , sleep (system call) , sleep apnea , dentistry , pediatrics , physical therapy , anesthesia , computer science , operating system
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is a common condition in childhood and if left untreated can result in many health problems. An accurate diagnosis of the etiology is crucial for obstructive sleep apnea treatment success. Functional orthodontic appliances that stimulate mandibular growth by forward mandibular positioning are an alternative therapeutic option in growing patients.
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