The Effectiveness of Oral Appliances

Welcome to the fourth episode in our Waking Up to Sleep Webinar Series! This session focuses on the effectiveness of oral appliance therapy in managing snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). We’ll explore the evidence behind treatment, how to assess clinical outcomes, and how to select the most appropriate appliance for each patient. Real-world insights and practical guidance will help you confidently integrate oral appliances into your workflow and deliver predictable, evidence-based care.

You’ll Learn:

• How oral appliances work in the management of snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), and the evidence supporting their effectiveness.

• Which patients are most suitable for oral appliance therapy based on clinical presentation, sleep study results, and risk factors.

• How to confidently explain the benefits, limitations, and expected outcomes of oral appliances to patients.

• How oral appliance therapy compares to CPAP and other treatment options, and when each is appropriate.

• How to select the most appropriate oral appliance for each patient based on clinical needs, anatomy, and treatment goals.

• How to assess treatment success using both subjective improvements and objective follow-up (including sleep studies).

• How to monitor patient compliance and long-term effectiveness of treatment.

• How to identify and manage common challenges or side effects associated with oral appliance therapy.

• How to work collaboratively with Sleep Physicians to ensure safe, coordinated, and evidence-based patient care.

Relevant for the whole team, this session supports a smooth journey from diagnosis through to long-term management.

CPD Points:

– 1 CPD Point.

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