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Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Snoring is the sound of partially obstructed breathing during sleep. While snoring can be harmless, it can also be the sign of a more serious medical condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). When Obstructive Sleep Apnea occurs, the tongue and

soft palate collapse onto the back of the throat and completely block the airway which restricts the flow of oxygen. The condition known as Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) is midway between primary snoring and true obstructive sleep apnea. People with UARS suffer many of the symptoms of OSA but require special sleep testing techniques.

Standards of Care

In addition to lifestyle, such as good sleep hygiene, exercise and weight loss, there are three primary ways to treat snoring and OSA: CPAP, Oral Appliance Therapy and Surgery.

Oral appliance therapy is indicated for:

• Patients with primary snoring or mild OSA who do not respond to, or are not appropriate candidates for treatment with behavioral measures such as weight loss or sleep position change.

• Patients with moderate to severe OSA should have an initial trial of nasal CPAP, due to greater effectiveness than with the use of oral appliances.

• Patients with moderate to severe OSA who are intolerant of or refuse treatment with nasal CPAP. Oral appliances are also indicated for patients who refuse treatment or are not candidates for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, craniofacial operations or tracheostomy.

Oral Appliances

Oral appliances that treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are small devices that are worn in the mouth, similar to orthodontic retainers or sports mouth guards. These appliances help prevent the collapse of the tongue and soft tissues in the back of the throat, keeping the airway open during sleep and promoting adequate air intake.

Currently there are approximately 70 different oral appliancesavailable. Oral appliances may be used alone or in combination with other means of treating OSA, including general health and weight management, surgery or CPAP.

Types of Oral Appliances

With so many different oral appliances available, selection of a specific appliance may appear somewhat overwhelming. Nearly all appliances fall into one of two categories. The diverse variety is simply a variation of a few major themes. Oral appliances can be classified by mode of action or design variation.

Tongue Retaining Appliances

Tongue retaining appliances function by holding the tongue in a forward position by means of a suction bulb. When the tongue is in a forward position it serves to keep the back of the tongue from collapsing during sleep and obstructing the airway in the throat.

Mandibular Repositioning Appliances

Mandibular Repositioning Appliances function to reposition and maintain the lower jaw (mandible) in a protruded position during sleep. This serves to open the airway by indirectly pulling the tongue forward, stimulating activity of the muscles in the tongue and making it more rigid. It also holds the lower jaw and other structures in a stable position to prevent opening of the mouth.

Oral Appliance Therapy

Oral Appliance Therapy involves the selection, fitting, and use of a specially designed oral appliance worn during sleep that maintains an opened unobstructed airway in the throat.

Oral appliances work in several ways:

• Repositioning the lower jaw, tongue, soft palate and uvula

• Stabilizing the lower jaw and tongue

• Increasing the muscle tone of the tongue

Dentists with training in oral appliance therapy are familiar with the various designs of appliances. They can determine which one is best suited for your specific needs. The dentist will work with your physician as part of the medical team in your diagnosis, treatment and

on-going care. Determination of effective treatment can only be made by joint consultation of your dentist and physician. The initial evaluation phase of oral appliance therapy can take from several weeks to several months to complete. This includes examination, evaluation to

determine the most appropriate oral appliance, fitting, maximizing adaptation of the appliance and the function.

On-going Care

On-going care, including short and long term follow-up is an essential step in the treatment of snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Oral Appliance Therapy. Follow-up care serves to assess the treatment of your sleep disorder, the condition of your appliance, your physical

response to your appliance and to ensure that it is comfortable and effective.

Advantages of Oral Appliance Therapy

Oral Appliance Therapy has several advantages over other forms of therapy:

• Oral appliances are comfortable and easy to wear. Most people find that it only takes a couple of weeks to become acclimated to wearing the appliance.

• Oral appliances are small and convenient making them easy to carry when traveling.

• Treatment with oral appliances is reversible and non-invasive.

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

Your American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine dentist and sleep physician will work together with you to determine the best course of therapy.

To learn more about dental sleep medicine, please talk to your dentist, physician, or visit the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Web site.

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Oral Health & Cardiovascular disease

Periodontitis and Cardiovascular Disease: A Consensus

In recent years, the link between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been investigated by several research groups. For example, one meta-analysis showed an increased prevalence of coronary artery disease in patients with periodontitis, and another revealed that periodontitis is a risk factor for cerebrovascular disease (an analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and its Epidemiologic Follow-up Study).1 In addition, subclinical atherosclerosis (an underlying cause of CVD), evidenced by increased carotid artery wall thickness, has often been reported in patients with periodontitis.1 Although these studies suggest that patients with a history of periodontal disease have a higher risk for CVD, no clear evidence of a causative role between the two conditions has been demonstrated. Despite this, the relationship between periodontitis and CVD is important enough that an editors’ consensus report was published simultaneously in the Journal of Periodontology2 and the American Journal of Cardiology.1 Clinical recommendations to cardiologists and periodontists were reported that aim to reduce the potential risk of a cardiovascular event for patients with periodontitis, and to optimize periodontal care for patients with CVD. The consensus report addresses a wide spectrum of scenarios, summarized in the table; the panel’s confidence (rated from 1 to 4) and the strength of scientific evidence (rated from A to D) of each recommendation was given. It recommends various interventions, ranging from referral to clinical evaluation to lifestyle change, and/or pharmacologic therapy. Possible Mechanisms for the Association between Periodontitis and Cardiovascular Disease Inflammation is believed to be an integrative factor related to both periodontitis and atherosclerotic CVD.1 Periodontitis is a bacterially induced chronic inflammatory disease; its progression depends on environmental, genetic, and acquired risk factors. Moderate to severe forms of periodontitis are associated with increased systemic inflammation. In CVD, inflammation is involved from the very early stages of atherosclerosis (development of atherosclerotic plaque), and continues to play a role in cardiovascular complications. It was previously shown that elevated levels of an inflammatory biomarker, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), is an independent predictor of acute myocardial infarction (AMI).1 Consequently, the incidence of cardiovascular events is increased in the presence of chronic inflammatory conditions, including periodontitis.1 Moreover, bacterial infection may be another direct link between periodontal and cardiovascular diseases; the same species of gram-negative anaerobic bacteria are found in periodontal pockets and in atherosclerotic plaques.1 These include smoking, diabetes, obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, major depression, physical inactivity, older age, male gender, and family history of disease.

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References 1. Friedewald VE, Kornman KS, Beck JD, Genco R, Goldfine A, Libby P, et al. The American Journal of Cardiology and Journal of Periodontology editors’ consensus: Periodontitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Am J Cardiol 2009;104(1):59-68. 2. Friedewald VE, Kornman KS, Beck JD, Genco R, Goldfine A, Libby P, et al. The American Journal of Cardiology and Journal of Periodontology editors’ consensus: Periodontitis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. J Periodontol 2009;80(7):1021-1032. 3. Kornman KS. Editorial: A call to action. J Periodontol 2009;80(7):1019-1020.
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Under Armour Performance Mouthwear Professional Athlete Testimonials

Under Armour Performance Mouthwear Professional Testimonials

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Could You Have Sleep Apnea?

The only way to be sure if you have obstructive sleep apnea is to have a sleep test either at home from a qualified sleep physician or in a hospital sleep center, but a score of 9 or above on this test is an indication that you should see your doctor.

Please feel free to print this test, fill it out and take with you to your physician.

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale

How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations?
Choose the most appropriate number for each situation:
0 = would never doze
1 = slight chance of dozing
2 = moderate chance of dozing
3 = high chance of dozing

Activity	Score
Sitting and Reading	_____
Watching TV	_____
Sitting, inactive in a public place (theater, meeting, etc.)	_____
As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break	_____
Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit	_____
Sitting and talking to someone	_____
Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol	_____
In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic	_____
Total	_____

A score of 9 or above indicates you may be having a problem with daytime sleepiness but below 9 does not necessarily mean that you don't have a problem. See your healthcare professional for advice if you snore, have been told that you awake gasping for breath or if you are sleepy during the day.

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