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Screening sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in the everyday dental office – Pediatric and adult patients

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This paper discusses the growing role of dental professionals in screening for sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in both pediatric and adult patients. It highlights etiology, risk factors, and clinical signs and symptoms, outlines effective screening methods, and emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the management of SDB. By providing guidelines tailored to each age group, this paper aims to equip dental practitioners with the tools and knowledge to identify patients at risk for SDB, thereby supporting early intervention and improving patient outcomes.

Source: Seminars in Orthodontics

DOI: 10.1053/j.sodo.2025.03.005

Authors: Heesoo Oh, Maryam Arab, Eugene Y Kim, Mark Vaughan, Joorok Park, Audrey Yoon

Institutions: University of the Pacific, Stanford Medicine, Stanford University

Language: English

Topic: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research

Subfield: Physiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,810