Journal of Oral Science Research ›› 2020, Vol. 36 ›› Issue (4): 324-327.DOI: 10.13701/j.cnki.kqyxyj.2020.04.005

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Research Progress of Mandibular Advancement Device in Treatment of Adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea Hypoxia Syndrome

ZHU Dechao, LU Haiyan*   

  1. Department of Orthodontics, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Heibei Medical University&Hebei Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shijiazhuang 050017, China
  • Received:2019-06-26 Online:2020-05-28 Published:2020-05-28

Abstract: Mandibular advancement device is one of oral appliances for obstructive sleep apnea hypoxia syndrome. It has the advantages of convenience, comfort, and low cost. And its structural characteristics are also diverse. More comprehensive efficacy evaluation and less side effects should be implemented to make the mandibular advancement device more widely used. This article reviews the recent advances in the treatment of OSAHS with mandibular advancement device.

Key words: obstructive sleep apnea hypoxia syndrome, mandibular advancement device, progress