Snoring Treatment – Allen, TX
If You or a Loved One Has a Snoring Issue, Get it Checked
What Causes Snoring?
During sleep, the muscles and other soft tissues of the throat relax and the tongue falls backward, narrowing the throat passageway. Breathing through this restricted airway, the soft tissues vibrate and produce the sound known as snoring.
Who is Susceptible to Snoring?
Almost everyone snores at least occasionally, but up to 40% of men and some 24% of women snore chronically. Allergies, asthma, smoking, and colds can cause snoring. Large tonsils can also be a factor. Being overweight increases the likelihood of snoring because of excess fat and tissue around the neck area.
Problems Caused by Snoring
In many cases, snoring may only be a minor annoyance. However, a recent study (*American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 2008, March 1) has indicated that loud snorers had significantly greater odds of having hypertension, a heart attack, or a stroke. Furthermore, heavy chronic snoring may be a sign of a serious medical condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Even if there are no immediate negative health effects on the snorer, the noise can affect the snorer’s partner; it impacts their sleep, which can lead to numerous other health issues for them.
Therefore, there are many good reasons for considering treatment.
Snoring Treatment
Snoring is treatable! Our goal is to restore regular breathing during sleep so that you can get a good night’s sleep.
As a result, you should experience immediate relief of certain symptoms, such as daytime drowsiness.
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are similar in their cause and so they are treated in similar ways.
Lifestyle Changes
The best way to begin reducing the problem involves lifestyle changes. These should be the first part of any treatment plan. Things to try include:
- exercise and weight loss for those who are overweight
- stop smoking
- sleeping on your side
- avoiding alcohol and heavy meals within 3 hours of bedtime
- avoiding muscle relaxants (e.g. Ambien) if possible
The above suggestions are not always enough to resolve snoring.
OAT – Oral Appliance Therapy
Oral Appliance Theory is a great option for many people. We use a custom fitted mouthpiece to hold the jaw slightly forward in order to keep the upper airway open during sleep.
CPAP – Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
CPAP is a mask worn while sleeping, through which air is pumped to hold the airway open. This is considered the most effective treatment if used correctly.
Surgery
There are several different procedures that may relieve the problem, depending on the individual’s needs, Although these surgeries are permanent treatment options, they also are the most invasive solutions.
Snoring FAQs
Is snoring the same as sleep apnea?
No. Although they have similar symptoms, you can have one without the other. But many people do have both, and it’s always best to have an evaluation by an expert.
Is snoring bad if I don’t have sleep apnea?
Not necessarily. Most people snore at least sometimes. But chronic, heavy snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea. We recommend getting it checked out.
Do I need to be treated if I don’t have sleep apnea?
Even if snoring does not affect your sleep, it may be affecting your partner’s sleep. Treating it with an oral appliance is non-invasive. And your partner will be grateful.
Success Stories
Solved my long term snoring problem so now my wife can finally get the rest she deserves. Thank you Sleep Solutions!
I have been using my mouth piece for almost 2 years now and I kick myself for not trying sooner. My snoring has resolved and I definitely feel rested in the morning. I adjusted to it very quickly and is comfortable to wear. The team at Texas Sleep are great and definitely recommend. Thank you so much!
No more CPAP machine!
Wife doesn’t hear me snoring or a loud machine, my oral appliance from Dr. Hui is a game changer. I wish I would have known about this before I spent thousands on a product that I can’t easily travel with.
Enjoy a Good Night’s Rest
Our practice is focused solely on dealing with Sleep Apnea and TMJ treatment. Some people have overlapping problems with both of these issues, but many only suffer one or the other.
The experts at Texas Sleep & TMJ Solutions have specialized training and experience to help your snoring and improve your sleep.
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