Outcomes of submandibular duct relocation: a 15-year experience.

Drooling is common in patients with neurological disability and a major factor affecting quality of life. Management of this problem is best carried out by a team approach using surgical and non-surgical methods. Submandibular duct relocation is a commonly performed procedure with low complication rate.

Mandibular advancement appliances and obstructive sleep apnoea: a randomized clinical trial.

This randomized placebo-controlled cross-over trial assessed the effectiveness of a mandibular advancement appliance (MAA) in managing obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Twenty-one adults, with confirmed OSA, were provided with a maxillary placebo appliance and a MAA for 4-6 weeks each, in a randomized order. Questionnaires at baseline and after each appliance assessed bed-partners' reports of snoring severity (loudness and number of nights per week), and patients' daytime sleepiness (Epworth Sleepiness Score, ESS).

Oral appliances for the management of severe snoring: a randomized controlled trial.

The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to assess the effectiveness of a mandibular advancement appliance (MAA) in managing severe snoring. Twenty-eight adults with severe snoring and normal overnight oximetry were recruited from sleep disorder clinics. A maxillary placebo appliance and a MAA were worn by each subject for a period of 4-6 weeks each.

Subcutaneous emphysema as a complication of tonsillectomy.

Subcutaneous emphysema occurs when air is introduced into the tissues. This can happen as a complication during, or immediately after surgery. It has rarely been described after tonsillectomy.