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Snoring ProblemsSnoring is a common problem among people of all ages. It affects both genders of approximately 90 million American adults - that's almost a third of the entire U.S. population - on a regular basis!Adult problem snoring is more frequent in males and overweight persons and it usually gets worse with age. As you inhale, snoring noise is the result of your soft palate, or uvula vibrating against the back of your throat or the base of your tongue. This vibration is caused by the flutter of loose, fleshy tissue as you breathe, making inhalation difficult. Snoring sounds are a clear indication that your breathing passage is at least partially blocked. Can Snoring Be Dangerous?At night when snoring attains a particular severity level, the body no longer absorbs enough oxygen. This stage is called obstructive sleep apnea. Once obstruction occurs, snoring becomes serious enough to have profound negative effects on a person's health.There have also been studies conducted that showed snoring to be a singular risk factor for high blood pressure (hypertension) and other cardiac diseases. Without a doubt, a snorer will experience some degree of daytime dysfunction due to their fragmented sleep. Snoring can cause morning headaches, concentration difficulties, reduced work performance and fatigue. Snoring can also disrupt your bed partner's sleep quality -- that alone could be dangerous! |
 
° Lose weight. Just being 20% over the ideal weight for your height can cause snoring. ° Always avoid drinking alcohol before going to bed. Since alcohol relaxes the body more than normal, you will snore more. ° If possible, don't take sedatives. Drugs that relax the tissues around the neck and head will only make your snoring worse. ° Stop smoking. It's known that smoking will cause mucous membranes to swell, which in turn narrow the airway passages. ° Try sleeping on your side instead of your back. ° Consider not sleeping on a pillow. They can increase your snoring levels. |
Safe, Stop Snoring RemedyThere's no need to continue suffering; snoring is completely treatable with nearly 100% success rate in most cases. Many doctors of sleep medicine recommend a Mandibular Repositioning Device (MAD), a dental appliance.
Get relief; if you or your partner suffer from snoring, we encourage you to contact our clinic and consider the advantages of a non-surgical, oral appliance as a remedy to stop snoring. Remember, snoring can be an indication of a much more serious illness. If you're unsure of what to do, call your physician, or schedule an appointment with our Fort Wayne, IN office. |
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Sleeping Aid Solution Without Surgery | |
This adjustable oral device is used to gently push the lower jaw and tongue forward to help clear obstruction blocking the airway. Made by our dentist Dr. Urban, the device is a safe, effective and inexpensive choice to treat snoring as well as obstructive sleep apnea.