Snoring Specialist

What is snoring?

Snoring is a hoarse sound that happens during sleep when air flows past lax tissues in your throat, causing tissue vibration when you breathe.

Many people snore every so often, but chronic or loud snoring can indicate you have obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep disorder associated with numerous unpleasant symptoms. Treatment at California Dental Sleep Solutions can offer you relief.

What are common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea?

Symptoms that can indicate sleep apnea, a common cause of snoring, include:

• Loud snoring
• Restless sleep
• Daytime sleepiness
• Problems concentrating
• Breathing pauses during sleep
• Morning headaches A sore throat
• Choking or gasping during sleep
• Disrupting your partner's sleep

If you wake up gasping for air or your partner reports loud snoring at night, see Dr. Martinez for an evaluation to find out if you’re a good candidate for sleep apnea treatment.

How does my provider diagnose obstructive sleep apnea?

Dr. Martinez works with your existing physician, or connects you with a physician specialist for diagnosis and treatment.  Based on the physician’s recommendation to furnish an oral appliance, Dr. Martinez will take all of the dental steps to furnish your appliance.

What are the treatment options for snoring?

To reduce or eliminate snoring and optimize sleep quality, Dr. Martinez might recommend:

Lifestyle changes

Making certain lifestyle changes can reduce your risk of snoring. Examples include weight loss if you’re overweight, not sleeping on your back, treating nasal congestion, and avoiding alcohol before bed.

Oral appliance therapy

Wearing a custom-fit oral appliance when you sleep can reposition your jaw and tongue to keep your airway open and reduce or eliminate snoring.

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

Using a CPAP machine or mask that directs pressurized air from a pump to open your airway during sleep can reduce snoring and help you breathe easier.

Don’t live with loud snoring if it diminishes your or your partner's sleep quality. Schedule an appointment with California Dental Sleep Solutions over the phone or online for relief today.