Evaluation of condylar and mandibular movements on the upper airway during the use of mandibular advancement device for obstructive sleep apnea treatment.

OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), condylar and mandibular movements in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients treated with mandibular advancement device (MAD) and to identify the influence of these anatomic factors on upper airway (UA) volume and polysomnographic outcomes after treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty OSA patients were prospectively treated with MAD. Clinical examinations, cone-beam computed tomography, and polysomnography were performed before MAD treatment and after achieving therapeutic protrusion. Polysomnographic variables and three-dimensional measurements of the TMJ, mandible, and upper airway were statistically analyzed. RESULTS: Condylar rotation, anterior translation, and anterior mandibular displacement were directly correlated with total UA volume, while vertical mandibular translation was inversely correlated with the volume of the inferior oropharynx. MAD treatment resulted in an increase in the volume and area of the superior oropharynx. There was no statistically significant correlation between condylar rotation and translation and polysomnographic variables. With MAD, there was a significant increase in vertical dimension, changes in condylar position (rotation and translation), and mandibular displacement. The central and medial lengths of the articular eminence were inversely correlated with condylar rotation and translation, respectively. The lateral length of the eminence was directly correlated with condylar translation, and the lateral height was directly correlated with condylar rotation and translation. CONCLUSION: Condylar and mandibular movements influenced UA volume. The articular eminence played a role in the amount of condylar rotation and translation. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Individualized anatomical evaluation of the TMJ proves to be important in the therapy of OSA with MAD.

Sleep bruxism in children and adolescents-A scoping review.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: This review paper focuses on sleep bruxism (SB) in children and adolescents. It aims to assess the landscape of knowledge published in the last 20 years. METHODS: A total of 144 relevant publications from 386 previously identified through Medline were included, of which 83 were on possible SB, 37 on probable SB, 20 on definite SB and 4 were non-applicable. The review places emphasis on the recent evidence on prevalence, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of SB in children and adolescents, with special focus on probable and definitive SB. RESULTS: The prevalence ranges from 5% to 50% depending on the age range and on the SB diagnosis (possible, probable or definitive). The pathophysiology is multifactorial, arousal associated and with behavioural problems and sleep disorders (obstructive sleep apnoea, snoring, nightmares) as risk factors, as well as respiratory conditions (allergies, oral breathing). Screening should include questionnaires and dental assessment. Instrumental recording is helpful to confirm diagnosis although more studies are needed to validate this approach in children. SB management includes controlling orofacial and dental consequences and assessing for any other comorbidity. Management options include occlusal splints, oral appliances (advancement mandibular), rapid maxillary expansion and some medications, although this last option is supported by limited evidences in children. CONCLUSION: Suggestions of future topics in research are delivered to better understand comorbidities, diagnosis and management with improved outcomes compared to what is currently available.

Association between night pain and quality of life in women: A general population sleep study.

BACKGROUND: Women with pain present decreased sleep duration and quality of life, but little is known about the consequences of nighttime pain on overall health. Our goal was to compare levels of anxiety, depression and fatigue in women with pain during the night with those without pain. We hypothesized that pain perception is associated with the worsening of fatigue and mood. METHODS: In total, 244 women aged 20-80 years who took part in the Epidemiologic Sleep Study (EPISONO) met the inclusion criteria, 85 in the self-reported pain group and 171 in the control group. Participants were assigned to the pain group if they both responded (i) they generally had pain, according to Pre-Sleep Questionnaire (PSQ) and (ii) their pain generally interfered with their sleep 3 or more times a week, according to Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Those who answered negatively to both questions were allocated to the control group. All participants underwent a full night laboratory polysomnography, and completed questionnaires related to fatigue, depression, anxiety and quality of life. RESULTS: Pain group participants had a significantly lower perception of quality of life, and significantly higher levels of fatigue (5.4 times), anxiety and depression. Pain perception was also correlated to levels of anxiety and depression in the psychological (rs  = -0.463, -0.607, respectively) and social (rs  = -0.423, -0.438, respectively) quality of life domains. CONCLUSIONS: Nighttime pain in women was associated with decreased quality of life, worsening mood and fatigue. Our data shows the importance of investigating pain and its deleterious effects on women's health. SIGNIFICANCE: Our study highlights that women experiencing nighttime pain also reported worse mood outcomes and decreased quality of life, regardless of the level and type of pain. Our data, based on association analysis and not investigating causality, suggest it is important to consider nighttime pain in clinical care to improve quality of life and general health.

The effects of continuous positive airway pressure and mandibular advancement therapy on metabolic outcomes of patients with mild obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled study.

BACKGROUND: Moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have been independently associated with dyslipidemia. The results of metabolic improvement with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) have been controversial. Less evidence exists regarding this issue in mild OSA. A current treatment for mild OSA is mandibular advancement device (MAD) therapy, but its effectiveness on the metabolic profile needs to be compared with CPAP. The purpose of this study was to compare MAD vs CPAP vs no treatment on the metabolic profile during 6 and 12 months of follow-up in patients with mild OSA. METHODS: The inclusion criteria were patients with mild OSA, both genders, ages 18 to 65 years, and body mass index (BMI) of < 35 Kg/m2. Patients were randomized in 3 groups (CPAP, MAD, and control). The evaluations included physical examination, metabolic profile, and full polysomnography at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months of follow-up. RESULTS: Seventy-nine patients with mild OSA were randomized in three treatment groups, with mean age (± SD) of 47 ± 9 years, 54% men, and AHI 9.5 ± 2.9 events/h. MAD and CPAP reduced AHI at 6 and 12 months compared to the control group. MAD adherence was higher than CPAP at 6 and 12 months. Despite lower adherence compared to MAD, CPAP was more effective in reducing total cholesterol over 12 months (baseline 189.3 ± 60.2 mg/dl to 173.4 ± 74.3 mg/dl) and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c, baseline 112.8 ± 54.9 mg/dl to 94.5 ± 67.4 mg/dl). CONCLUSIONS: After 1 year of treatment, CPAP was superior to MAD in reducing total cholesterol and LDL-c in patients with mild OSA.

Effectiveness of Maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery in sleep apnea treatment: Case report.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by episodes of pharyngeal collapse during sleep. Craniofacial alterations such as retrognathia are often found in OSA patients. Maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgeries increase the pharyngeal space and are a treatment option for OSA. The aim of this study was to present a successful case of MMA surgery in the treatment of OSA. A patient with moderate OSA (apnea-hypopnea index (AHI)=25.2) and mandibular retrognathism and Maxillomandibular asymmetry underwent MMA surgery. The apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) were considerably improved after six months (IAH =6.7) and one year of treatment (IAH=0.2).

Cirurgia ortognática: avanço maxilomandibular para tratamento da síndrome da apnéia obstrutiva do sono (SAOS) / Ortognthathic surgery: maxillomandibular advancement for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS)

Síndrome da apneia obstrutiva do sono (SAOS) é uma condição altamente prevalente na população mundial, caracterizada por episódios de colapso da faringe durante o sono. A faringe, órgão muscular que se sustenta nos ossos da face e crânio, é dividido em naso, oro e hipofaringe, sendo um tubo que serve aos sistemas respiratório e digestório, participando das funções de respiração, deglutição e fonação. Um estudo epidemiológico recente realizado na cidade de São Paulo constatou que a prevalência da SAOS é de 32,8% da população analisada. Anormalidades anatômicas são frequentes na SAOS, podendo surgir devido a alterações macroscópicas (micrognatia, retrognatia, hipertrofia tonsilar, macroglossia ou depósito de gordura). A cirurgia concomitante de avanço maxilar e mandibular (AMM) além de preservar as relações maxilomandibulares aumentam o espaço faríngeo pela expansão da estrutura esquelética, nos quais os tecidos moles da faringe e língua estão aderidos, resultando na diminuição de colapso da faringe. Segundo recomendações da American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), a cirurgia de AMM está indicada no tratamento de SAOS moderada e grave em pacientes com falta de adesão ou relutantes ao uso do CPAP e em pacientes com falta de adesão ao uso do AIO na SAOS leve e moderada. O objetivo deste trabalho é realizar através de uma revisão descritiva da literatura, a abordagem das cirurgias de avanço maxilomandibular no tratamento da SAOS.

Obstructive sleep apnea symdrome (OSAS) is a highly prevalent condition in the world population characterized by pharyngeal collapse episodes during sleep. Pharynx, a muscle organ sustained in the facial and cranial bones, is divided in Oro-Naso-Hypopharynx, and is a tube that connects to the respiratory and digestive systems, being part of the respiration, deglutition, and phonation functions. A recent epidemiological study carried out in the city of São Paulo concluded that the prevalence of OSAS is 32.8% of the covered population. Anatomical abnormalities are frequent in OSAS and they can arise from macroscopial alterations (micrognathia, retrognathia, tonsillar hypertrophy, macroglossia, or fat deposit). A concomitant maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery not only preserves the maxillomandibular relationship, but also increases the pharyngeal airspace by expanding the skeletal structure to which the pharynx and tongue soft tissues are adhered, resulting in a reduction of the pharyngeal collapse. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (formerly AASM) recommendations, the maxillomandibular advancement (MMA) surgery is indicated for severe OSAS treatment to patients with lack of adherence or reluctant to use CPAP in moderate and severe OSAS, and to patients with lack of adherence to use of IOA in light and moderate OSAS. The purpose of this essay is to make an approach into the maxillomandibular advancement surgeries for OSAS treatment through a descriptive review of the literature.

Abordagem geral do paciente com síndrome da apneia obstrutiva do sono / General approach in patient with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Neste manuscrito serão apresentadas as principais abordagens do paciente portador da síndrome da apneia obstrutiva do sono (SAOS). O diagnóstico deve ser realizado por meio de uma minuciosa história clínica voltada para as queixas de ronco, relato de paradas respiratórias e sonolência excessiva. O exame físico deve contemplar medidas antropométricas e avaliação sistemática da via aérea superior. Para a confirmação diagnóstica, se faz necessária a realização da polissonografia completa de noite inteira sob supervisão, visto que, em pacientes cuja suspeita clínica é alta, registros simplificados domiciliares podem ser uma alternativa. O tratamento da SAOS requer medidas gerais, uso de aparelhos de pressão positiva, sendo o CPAP o mais indicado a casos graves e aparelhos intraorais em casos mais leves. Os procedimentos cirúrgicos têm sua indicação quando alterações anatômicas são evidentes ou como auxílio aos demais tratamentos.

In this manuscript the principal approaches will be presented in the patient with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). The diagnosis should be carried out through clinical history focused to the complaints of snore, report of breathing pauses and excessive sleepiness. The physical examination must contemplate measures anthropometrics and systematic evaluation of the upper airway. For diagnostic confirmation is necessary to perform full night polissonography under supervision, being that in patients whose clinical suspicion is high, register simplified in home be an alternative. The treatment of OSAS applies for general measures, for use of appliances of positive pressure, being the CPAP most indicated inserious cases and oral appliances in more mild cases. The surgical proceedings have his indication when anatomical alterations are obvious or like help to too manytreatments.