Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Role of Maxillofacial Surgeon

The role of maxillofacial surgeons in management of sleep disorders is becoming more significant, especially in co-managing patients with simple snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)1,49,60. Maxillofacial surgeons may come across patients with sleep disorders, where they have to recognize a sleep-related disorder, evaluate these disorders, and assist in planning and treatment of sleep disorders. Almost every discipline in dentistry needs to be aware of sleep disorders and their potential impact.