Increasing the Use of an Anti-snoring Mouth Guard (Mandibular Advancement Appliance) to Prevent Upper Airway Collapse During Sleep in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.

Launched by QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · Sep 16, 2019

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how to encourage patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) to use a special mouth guard, called a Mandibular Advancement Appliance (MAA), more regularly. OSA is a condition where the airway collapses during sleep, which can lead to poor sleep and other health issues. The researchers want to find out if providing additional support and resources can help patients use their mouth guards more effectively compared to those who receive standard care. They will also explore why some patients find it easier to wear the mouth guard than others.

To participate in the study, you need to be an adult aged 40 or older with a confirmed diagnosis of OSA. If you join the trial, you'll be randomly placed in either a group that receives extra support or one that receives regular care. Throughout the study, you'll keep a sleep diary to track how often you use the mouth guard and how well you sleep. There will also be a follow-up interview to discuss your experiences with the mouth guard. This study aims to improve treatment for OSA and help more patients get the benefits of these mouth guards.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adult (≥ 40 years old)
• • Confirmed diagnosis of OSA (AHI ≥ 5)
• • Referred for MAA therapy
• • Must be able to understand, read and write English; with the assistance of a translator
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Insufficient teeth for MAA fabrication
• • Poor dental and/or periodontal health
• • Symptomatic Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
• • Previously used an MAA
• • Patients with Epilepsy