Treatments for Snoring and Sleep Apnea Disorder
Treatments for Snoring and Sleep Apnea Disorder
It is 2 a.m. and your spouse’s snoring has awakened you once again, but it’s a good thing you’re awake. Your husband’s loud snoring, followed by a gasp, and then a choking sound, is most likely sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when your throat muscles relax while you sleep and tissue blocks your airway. Breathing may be paused from 10 to 30 seconds, or longer. As oxygen to your …
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Viable Options in Snoring Surgery
Everyone snores occasionally. However, 25% of the population are considered habitual snorers. Habitual snoring not only prevents those within hearing range from getting quality rest, it can also prevent the snorer from getting the quality of rest that they need as well. In many cases, snoring can be resolved with lifestyle changes, such as weight loss or oral appliances. In a small percentage of …
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