January 12, 2017 - Jaw advancement surgery is one of the most effective surgical treatments for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)--but it's less likely to be performed in men, racial/ethnic minorities, ...

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which the airway is blocked during sleep. It may cause multiple occurrences of shallow breathing (hypopnea) or a temporary pause in breathing (apnea) ...

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is occlusion of the upper airway by soft tissues causing cessation of airflow while sleeping. Patients, bed partners, or family members may present with various ...

If you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), there are two main ways to treat the condition. Which one is right for you will depend on the severity of the condition. If your sleep apnea is mild ...

Dr. Michael Wasson – Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon – Brings Needed Medical Expertise to Arizona SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dr. Michael Wasson – Board Certified Oral & ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Sleep apnea is about more than the inconvenience of waking up in the middle of the night. It is an often-underdiagnosed problem that is becoming more prevalent, and it can ...

Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by a recurrent obstruction (= narrowing / blockage) of the upper airway during sleep. It occurs when the upper airway muscles become flaccid. This narrows the ...

Although continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are the gold standard in the management of sleep apnea, several other treatments should be considered. "Just because you have a hammer ...