Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder that primarily affects children. It is characterized by recurrent instances of partial or complete upper airway obstruction during sleep, resulting in disrupted breathing and reduced oxygen levels in the blood. The leading cause of pediatric OSA is typically the enlargement of the tonsils and adenoids, although factors like obesity, craniofacial abnormalities, or neuromuscular conditions can also contribute. Children with OSA often exhibit symptoms such as loud snoring, frequent breathing pauses during sleep, restless nights,...

Die Kinderzahnheilkunde hat sich unter dem Einfluss der neuen digitalen Technologie sprunghaft weiterentwickelt. Der Einsatz digitaler Instrumente wie CBCT für die Diagnose hat die Wahrscheinlichkeit einer korrekten Diagnose selbst in komplizierten Fällen erheblich erhöht. Die digitale Technologie ermöglicht die Speicherung und gemeinsame Nutzung von Patientenakten in der Cloud und erleichtert so die gemeinsame Nutzung von Daten, wenn ein interdisziplinärer Teamansatz erforderlich ist. Simulationen des endgültigen Behandlungsergebnisses tragen wesentlich zur Kommunikation mit Eltern und...

Pediatric dentistry has advanced leaps and bounds under the influence of new digital technology. The use of digital tools such as CBCT, for diagnosis has greatly increased the probability of establishing the correct diagnosis even in complicated cases. Digital technology provides for storage and sharing of patient records on cloud thus facilitating data sharing when an inter-disciplinary team approach is required. Simulations of final treatment outcome go a long way in establishing communication with parents and children thus building trust. Digital impressions made through intra oral...