"Unlocking better sleep! 😴Our latest umbrella review explores the effectiveness for managing sleep-related breathing disorders.

An extremely challenging endeavor—this umbrella review integrates multiple controls, diverse outcomes, and the most rigorous methodologies to ensure robust and impactful evidence for treating obstructive sleep apnea. It took us 2.5 years for this knowledge translation endeavour Thanks to JBI methodology.

This umbrella review evaluates the effectiveness of oral appliance therapy for managing sleep-related breathing disorders. By analyzing multiple high-quality studies, it provides a comprehensive understanding of how these devices improve sleep quality, reduce snoring, and enhance overall health. The findings confirm that oral appliances are a viable, non-invasive alternative to CPAP therapy, particularly for individuals with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. The study also highlights factors influencing treatment success, such as patient comfort and device design. These insights help healthcare providers recommend the best treatment options, ultimately improving sleep health and quality of life for affected individuals.