![Figure 1. Anatomy of the upper airway [4].](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378082400/figure/fig1/AS:11431281223002054@1707482323321/Anatomy-of-the-upper-airway-4_Q320.jpg)
![Figure 3. STOP-bang sleep apnea questionnaire [39].](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378082400/figure/fig2/AS:11431281222917729@1707482323819/STOP-bang-sleep-apnea-questionnaire-39_Q320.jpg)
![Figure 4. Intraoral signs of obstructive sleep apnea [62].](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378082400/figure/fig3/AS:11431281223002055@1707482323955/ntraoral-signs-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea-62_Q320.jpg)
![Figure 5. Enlargement of the Velopharynx with mandibular advancement [70].](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378082400/figure/fig4/AS:11431281222917731@1707482324465/Enlargement-of-the-Velopharynx-with-mandibular-advancement-70_Q320.jpg)
![Figure 6. Titratable tongue retaining device [75].](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378082400/figure/fig5/AS:11431281223002056@1707482324835/Titratable-tongue-retaining-device-75_Q320.jpg)
February 2024
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) represents a significant health issue with numerous social and health ramifications caused by disturbed sleep. Additionally, it is well-known that OSA has an influence on cardiovascular diseases. OSA has a multifactorial etiology, and therefore requires a multidisciplinary approach for both diagnosis and treatment. Traditionally, dentists have treated OSA at the request of physicians and do not routinely contribute to diagnosis and treatment; however, the awareness of OSA is increasing within the healthcare profession and the potential role of dental practitioners in its treatment is an emerging field. The dental profession is in a unique position to work with their medical colleagues in providing treatment which can dramatically improve quality of life.