1 Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder. It is characterized by repetitive apneas and hypopneas during sleep. These events are due to partial or complete collapse of the upper airway, resulting in decreased oxygenation and sympathetic…
1 Introduction Snoring results from the vibration of the soft tissues in the oral cavity: the soft palate, uvula, tonsils, base of tongue, epiglottis, and lateral pharyngeal walls. These may lead to collapse of the upper airway. It is known…
1 Introduction Snoring is caused by the vibration of the structures in the oral cavity and oropharynx—namely the soft palate, uvula, tonsils, base of tongue, epiglottis, and pharyngeal walls. Most authorities would concur that over 80% of snoring is due…
1 Introduction Numerous treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) presently exist. These treatments range from noninvasive behavioral modifications to nightly use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices to numerous pharyngeal expansion procedures that either alter airway anatomy or…