IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Print ISSN: 2581-9356
Online ISSN: 2581-9364
CODEN : IIJOCV
IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research (IJODR) open access, peer-reviewed quarterly journal publishing since 2015 and is published under the Khyati Education and Research Foundation (KERF), is registered as a non-profit society (under the society registration act, 1860), Government of India with the vision of various accredited vocational courses in healthcare, education, paramedical, yoga, publication, teaching and research activity, with the aim of faster and better dissemination of knowledge, we will be publishing the more...Review Article
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Volume : 3, Issue : 4, Year : 2017
Article Page : 192-197
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea is a medical condition that can affect an individual’s life quality. Obstructive sleep apnea, at times can cause both physical and mental trauma to the patients. Proper treatment has to be given since it can change to a fatal medical condition if left ignored. OSA is characterized by upper airway obstruction,temporary cessation of breathing (apnea) or shallow breathing(hypopnea),associated with disturbed sleep. Snoring can be a regular symptom. A proper diagnosis and management is very much essential in such individuals to provide them a better life quality. The main aim of this article is to provide an overview of Obstructive sleep apnea- its clinical features, diagnosis and clinical management. Also, emphasis has given to explain the role of orthodontist in Obstructive sleep apnea.
Keywords: Obstructive sleep apnea, Sleep apnea, Snoring, Sleep disorder, Breathing disorders.
How to cite : Jiju M., Tariq M, Maheshwari S, Gaur A, Qamar Y, Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Role of Orthodontics – A Brief Overview. IP Indian J Orthod Dentofacial Res 2017;3(4):192-197
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