Facial appearance following surgical treatment for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Goodday, R.; Gregoire, C.

General Dentistry 56(3): 251-257

2008


ISSN/ISBN: 0363-6771
PMID: 19288833
Document Number: 628206
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a serious medical condition that is associated with numerous negative health side effects. The general dentist plays an invaluable role in identifying patients with this condition. Certain OSAS patients receive significant medical and social benefits from orthognathic surgery to advance the maxilla, mandible, and chin. Anterior positioning of the maxilla and mandible is not only highly successful for curing OSAS but also results in favorable facial esthetic changes.

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