Snoring affects nearly half of all adults and can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a serious medical condition. A proper evaluation by a sleep specialist is the first step to effective treatment.
When Is Snoring a Problem?
- Your partner reports loud, disruptive snoring
- You gasp or choke during sleep
- You experience excessive daytime sleepiness
- You wake with morning headaches or dry mouth
- Snoring is affecting your relationship or quality of life
Snoring vs. Sleep Apnea
Simple snoring (primary snoring) doesn't involve breathing pauses. Sleep apnea involves repeated airway collapse with drops in oxygen. A sleep study is the only way to tell the difference.
Treatment Options
- CPAP therapy — if sleep apnea is present
- Oral appliances — custom dental devices to reposition the jaw
- Weight loss — reduces tissue pressure on the airway
- Positional therapy — training to sleep on your side
- Nasal treatments — for nasal obstruction-related snoring
- Surgery — palate procedures, tonsillectomy, or other interventions
Call (512) 931-1575 to schedule your snoring evaluation.
