Sleep disorders in developmental age represent a significant problem both for the psycho-physical development of young patients and for society as a whole, with important economic and managerial implications. The orthodontist may daily examine and diagnose dozens of patients in developmental age who present structural alterations of the maxillofacial complex, as well as anatomical or functional issues of the upper airways and cognitive-behavioral disturbances. All these aspects often intertwine, resulting in severe clinical pictures that require careful multidisciplinary management. This presentation will explain the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to pediatric OSAS patients, with particular attention to patients with special needs. The orthodontist must be familiar with the main pediatric OSAS questionnaires, understand which instrumental exams are necessary, and know how to interpret them. Once a definitive diagnosis is made, it is essential to rationally assess which therapeutic tools are most suitable for OSAS treatment.


Learning Objectives
After this lecture, you will be able to learn wich are the pediatric questionnaire for OSAS pediatric patients
After this lecture, you will be able to evaluate wich are the technical instrumental examinations to identify osas patient
After this lecture, you will be able to define the most suitable therapeutic option for the patients