Obstructive
Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Your Sleep Apnea Specialist in Surrey and vancouver, BC.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep breathing disorder that affects your breathing while you sleep.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) causes the upper respiratory tract to collapse during sleep resulting in respiratory cessation due to airflow blockage. These repeated interruptions in breathing lower blood oxygen levels, causing individuals to wake throughout the night. Over time, untreated sleep apnea can lead to serious health issues, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and daytime fatigue.
While obesity and lifestyle factors are common contributors to sleep apnea, anatomical structures, like the position of the jaw, can also play a role. When a patient’s jaw sits too far back, it can push against the airway, making it narrower and more likely to collapse during sleep.
Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery), particularly Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA), treats obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by repositioning the jaws to create more space in the airway and reduce the likelihood of blockage during sleep. This procedure is done by repositioning the bones of the upper and lower jaws to correct skeletal problems that contribute to OSA.
Jaw surgery (Orthognathic surgery) is a highly effective treatment option with success rates of up to 90% in correcting OSA.
What Is
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
Orthognathic surgery addresses the skeletal causes of sleep apnea by modifying the position of the jaw to open up the airway. This procedure is often recommended when other treatments, such as CPAP, are ineffective or poorly tolerated.
How Jaw Surgery
Helps ?
Jaw surgery, or Orthognathic Surgery, particularly a procedure called Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA), is an effective treatment for OSA. It works by repositioning the bones of the upper and lower jaws to increase airway space and reduce airflow obstruction.
Our Surrey Clinic has State-of-the-Art
Planning for Every Case
Dr. Bahi will complete a clinical analysis in office by examining patient’s current symptoms and past treatments for OSA. Dr. Bahi will review the patient’s Cephalometric Xray and CT scan to examine the airway and to rule out any other issues causing OSA.
Following the assessment for anatomical obstructions in the oropharyngeal airway Jaw surgery (Orthognathic surgery) may be recommended.
Implant Surgery
Your initial consultation includes
If Jaw surgery (Orthognathic surgery) is recommended a detailed consultation will be completed using state of the art techniques to ensure optimal physical appearance and anatomical results to correct OSA.
How does Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery)
Help With Sleep Apnea
- Improves Airflow: Jaw surgery (Orthognathic surgery) can also improve the position of the tongue and soft palate, further enhancing airflow.
- Creates increased Airway Space: By advancing the jaws, orthognathic surgery creates more space in the upper airway, reducing the likelihood of airway collapse during sleep.
- Reducing AHI: Jaw surgery (Orthognathic surgery) can significantly reduce the Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), a measure of sleep apnea severity.
In some cases, bone grafting may be recommended to strengthen or rebuild jawbone structure prior to or during surgery.
Benefits of Jaw Surgery for (Orthognathic Surgery) for OSA
A Long Term Solution
- Improves Sleep Quality: Patients often experience improved sleep quality, reduced snoring, and reduced daytime sleepiness.
- Elimination of CPAP: In some cases, orthognathic surgery can eliminate the need for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.
- Long-Term Solution: Orthognathic surgery can offer a more permanent solution to OSA compared to other treatments like CPAP.
- Facial trauma: In addition, patients who have suffered injuries to the face or jaw may benefit from facial trauma treatment, which can restore function, improve appearance, and support overall oral health.
Are You a Candidate for Jaw Surgery to Treat Sleep Apnea?
If you suffer from persistent sleep apnea and have not responded well to CPAP or other treatments, you may be a candidate for orthognathic surgery.
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Bahi to:
- Assess your airway structure
- Identify the underlying cause of your sleep apnea
- Review surgical options tailored to your anatomy and health history
What Type Of Anesthesia Is Used?
Orthognathic surgeries are typically performed under general anesthesia in a hospital setting. This ensures optimal safety and comfort during the procedure.
Does Jaw Surgery Require Special Aftercare?
Yes. While jaw surgery recovery is straightforward for most patients, it does require dedicated aftercare in the early stages to ensure proper healing.
Our team will provide detailed post-operative care instructions, regular check-ins, and guidance to support your healing process from day one. With proper care, most patients resume a normal diet and routine within 6–8 weeks.
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