16/06/2025
Obstructive sleep apnea is often related to a backward position of the lower jaw (retrognathia) or an underdeveloped upper jaw. This type of bone structure favors the collapse of the airway during sleep and also disrupts facial harmony, resulting in less defined profiles and a receding chin. In cases of obstructive sleep apnea, the lack...
19/09/2024
Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects breathing while we sleep, which can have serious health consequences if left untreated. There are several therapeutic approaches depending on the severity of the case, the origin of the problem and the personal characteristics of each patient. At Instituto Maxilofacial, we always try to rule out the least...
08/04/2024
Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. Physical symptoms, such as loud snoring and daytime fatigue, are well known, but sleep apnea can also have a significant impact on mental health. A recent study found that all domains of quality of life, from mental and emotional health functioning...
28/04/2022
It is estimated that one in four people between the ages of 30 and 70 suffers from obstructive sleep apnea, and 90% of these cases go undiagnosed. That' why we must be very attentive to the warning signs: snoring, waking up tired, or excessive drowsiness during the day. In addition, there are risk factors such...
