Clinical Practicalities for Phenotyping Oral Appliance Non-Responders-Clinical Practicalities for Phenotyping Oral Appliance Non-Responders Slides

Clinical Practicalities for Phenotyping Oral Appliance Non-Responders Slides

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This document discusses the importance of collaboration between sleep dentists and sleep physicians in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The document emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to OSA treatment, including the use of oral appliances, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and other therapies. The benefits of collaboration include improved patient outcomes, increased compliance, and the ability to offer a wider range of treatment options. The document also highlights the importance of understanding the phenotypes and endotypes of OSA in order to tailor treatment plans to individual patients. The use of the PALM scale, which assesses collapsibility, arousal threshold, loop gain, and muscle response, is recommended to target specific therapies based on the mechanism of OSA. The document also suggests strategies for establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships, such as open communication, regular follow-up, and ongoing education. The key takeaway is that collaboration between sleep dentists and sleep physicians is essential for providing personalized and effective treatment plans for OSA patients.

Keywords

collaboration

sleep dentists

sleep physicians

obstructive sleep apnea

OSA treatment

oral appliances

continuous positive airway pressure

phenotypes

endotypes

PALM scale