Integrating Screening for Sleep Apnea into Your Dental Practice-Determining Mallampati and Friedman Classification Demonstration

Determining Mallampati and Friedman Classification Demonstration

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Video Summary

Dr. Gordon Bell demonstrates two airway classification systems: the Mallampati and Friedman-Tung, crucial for predicting obstructive sleep apnea. The Mallampati classification ranges from 1 to 3, focusing on tongue protrusion and visualization of the oropharyngeal structures. Class 1 reveals full visibility, while Class 3 shows only the soft palate. The Friedman-Tung classification ranges from 1 to 4 without tongue protrusion, assessing visibility of structures like the uvula and soft palate. Both systems provide valuable non-invasive screening methods for dental practitioners to aid in identifying potential obstructive sleep apnea patients.

Keywords

Mallampati classification

Friedman-Tung classification

obstructive sleep apnea

airway assessment

dental screening