[Influence of oral appliances for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome on stomatognathic system part 1. Occlusion].

Purpose: Little information is available on the mandibular protrusion with oral appliances (OA) for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) to have no negative effect on the stomatognathic system. The purpose of the current study was to assess the influence of mandibular protrusion on occlusion to fabricate the appropriate OA.

Methods: Twelve healthy adults were selected.