• Hamad S AlRumaih, Nadim Z Baba, Abdulkareem AlShehri, Abdulaziz AlHelal, and Abdulkareem Al-Humaidan.
• College of Dentistry, University of Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
• J Prosthodont. 2018 Mar 1; 27 (3): 260-265.

PurposeDifferent approaches have been proposed to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This article reviews a synopsis of the available literature regarding the management of OSA.MethodsA comprehensive review of the literature on the management of OSA began with a search of English-language peer-reviewed manuscripts using PubMed and MEDLINE. The focus was on clinical research articles published between 1996 and 2016. A search of relevant dental journals was also completed.ResultsOSA can be managed through behavior management, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), oral appliances, and other therapies. Clinicians may select treatment modalities based on the severity of clinical presentation and the patient's symptoms.ConclusionStudies showed an enhancement in the quality of life in many patients who have been treated with oral appliances, and patients in general prefer oral appliances over CPAP therapy or any other treatments for OSA because of its convenience.© 2016 by the American College of Prosthodontists.

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