The Role of the Dentist in Sleep Disorders

Jauhar, Sachin; Orchardson, R.; Jauhar, Ingrid; Banham, S. W.; Lyons, M. F.

doi:10.12968/denu.2010.37.10.674

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“…The results showed that dental professionals' experiences with OSA varied and that possible oral health conditions as a result of OSA, were not always recognized. These results are in agreement with other studies (Bian, 2004;Jauhar et al, 2010;Reibel et al, 2019), showing that lack of knowledge among dentists and dental hygienists about OSA and its treatment may result in difficulties detecting the condition and related oral health problems. A main theme from the participants in the present study was the need for more knowledge about OSA and a request for tools to identify patients with potential, untreated or treated OSA.…”

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“…Reflecting on the overall result, it is important to increase the knowledge about the associations between oral health and OSA. OSA must be seen as an oral health determinant that needs to be recognized in the dental care appointment and a natural part in oral clinical examinations (Jauhar et al, 2010). Education about this relationship should also support interprofessional collaborations, promoting quality care for patients with potential, untreated or treated OSA.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Because many patients in developed countries go for regular dental check ups so dental professionals could help identify individuals with potential OSA through the patient medical history and oral clinical signs and symptoms. Dental professionals can refer undiagnosed high risk patients to sleep practitioners and also identify those who are diagnosed but non‐adherent and support them with their treatment needs (Ahmad et al, 2013; Jauhar et al, 2010; Vuorjoki‐Ranta et al, 2016).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…A few previous studies have indicated that experiences of clinical encounters between patients with OSA and dental professionals can vary depending on the professional's educational background, clinical experience, appointment setting and the patient's situation (An & Ranson, 2011; Jauhar et al, 2010; Reibel et al, 2019). Lack of knowledge or confidence about OSA can also contribute to the dentist's failure to diagnose or support patients undergoing treatment (Reibel et al, 2019).…”

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Oral health problems linked to obstructive sleep apnea are not always recognized within dental care—As described by dental professionals

Berggren

Broström

Firestone

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Clinical & Exp Dental Res

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Objectives Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has an impact on an individual's quality of life and general health, and can also affect their oral health. The patient's experiences, together with intraoral signs and symptoms could indicate the presence of OSA. Knowledge that the patient has, or is at high risk for having OSA can help the dental healthcare provider maintain the oral health and general health for these patients. The purpose was to explore dentists and dental hygienists' experiences when encountering adult patients with potential, untreated and treated OSA. Methods A qualitative inductive approach was used. Experienced dentists and dental hygienists working within Swedish Public Dental Service were strategically selected. Semi‐structured face‐to‐face interviews were performed followed by qualitative content analysis. Results Interviews from 13 participants, seven dental hygienist and six dentists, led to three areas describing varied experience: Importance of the patient encounter and identifying intraoral signs both of which describe experiences related to the importance of the initial unstructured conversation and focused clinical assessments, and strategies for nurturing care which point to interest about care, treatment, and collaborations with medical health care providers. Conclusions Dental professionals are not able to consistently recognize patients who have, or are at high risk for OSA. During the patient encounter, is it important to determine if a patient is at risk for, or has oral signs of OSA.

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Oral health problems linked to obstructive sleep apnea are not always recognized within dental care—As described by dental professionals

Berggren

Broström

Firestone

et al. 2021

Clinical & Exp Dental Res

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“…First line treatment involves recommendations such as weight loss, smoking and alcohol cessation and modification of sleeping position from supine to side sleeping [10].…”

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Analysis of Referrals for Mandibular Advancement Appliances for Sleep Apnoea

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Millar²

2022

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Aim: This article investigates the increasing awareness of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) as a potentially serious health risk and highlights the role of the dentist in managing mild to moderate OSA cases which can be improved with an intra-oral mandibular advancement appliance. Methods: Data from referrals to a Prosthodontic Unit from 01-01-2019 to 18-8-2022 were analysed. Results: A total of 240 consecutive referrals to an NHS hospital where a patient was fitted with a mandibular advancement appliance (MAA) were analysed and 160 (67%) were male and 80 (33%) were female. The mean age in years was 52 (2019), 50 (2020), 52 (2021) and 51 (2022). Mean age of male referrals was 51 and female referrals was 53. Conclusion: There are a large number of patients with OSA seeking a dental device and practitioners should be aware of this treatment modality to help the medical team manage OSA. Clinical relevance: Dentists may need to have a greater understanding of OSA and be able to provide MAAs.

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