There have been many advances in the management of maxillofacial infections. New classes of antimicrobial agents, non-invasive imaging techniques, improved culturing methods, and clearer understandings of the normal and pathologic functioning of the immune system are just some of the changes that have occurred. These and other technological advances have enhanced dramatically our ability to diagnose and treat these infections rapidly and accurately. As a result, the incidence of serious morbidity and mortality from odontogenic infections has fallen significantly over the years. It should be...

Sleep and dreaming have been sources of mystery and fascination since biblical times. The function of sleep remains an enigma and only in recent years there has been research into various aspects of sleep and its related disorders. 'Obstructive Sleep apnea' (OSA) is a disorder characterized by abnormal breathing in sleep and sleep fragmentation. OSA is increasingly being recognized as important heath issue in the last two or three decades, it is characterized by repetitive, partial or a complete collapse of upper airway during sleep, causing impaired gaseous exchange and sleep disturbance.Aim...