Electronic Mandibular Advancement Devices in Dental Sleep Medicine: Promise, Questions, and Responsibilities in a New Technological Era

The integration of electronic chips into mandibular advancement devices (MADs) represents an intriguing and potentially transformative step in dental sleep medicine. These sensors are being promoted in various ways—some announcements suggest they may empower patients to monitor their own sleep health, while others point to possible use in physician billing for remote monitoring.

Dentists may also envision a role in calibration and follow-up. Yet, as of this writing, full FDA clearance (for diagnostic/therapeutic medical device) has not been finalized for some of the chips, and we do not yet know the approved scope of use. Before we draw firm conclusions, it is important to pause and consider the opportunities, uncertainties, and responsibilities that this technology introduces.

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