Snoring is the sound created by the vibration of tissue as air passes through the airway. When you sleep, your throat muscles relax and the airway becomes more narrow. The more obstructed your airway is, the louder you’ll snore.
While snoring is a common issue, it can cause a significant disturbance and take a toll on even your most personal relationships. Excessive snoring can trigger resentment, intimacy problems, and even separation due to one partner’s snoring.
Loud snoring is one of the most common indications of a serious condition called sleep apnea. However, not everyone who snores suffers from the disorder. Additional symptoms of sleep apnea include irritability, daytime fatigue, difficulty concentrating, reduced libido, and more.
If you’ve noticed any of these symptoms, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. Taking a sleep study is the only way to get a proper diagnosis and receive the quality care you need. These tests can be administered overnight at a sleep clinic or in the comfort of your own home.
Here at Texas Dental Sleep Services, our team of providers offer solutions for snoring and sleep apnea.
CPAP is an effective method to treat snoring and sleep apnea, but research has shown that the majority of patients will not routinely use it.
If you’re unhappy with CPAP, we offer a more convenient, comfortable alternative with oral appliances. Oral appliances are a great way to tackle snoring and sleep apnea symptoms, allowing you and your partner to get a good night’s rest.