Snoring is a very common problem; most of us snore now and again, but for some people it is a constant issue, which may disrupt sleep and place strain and pressure on relationships.
What causes snoring?
The noises you hear when somebody next to you is snoring are made by the vibrations of the soft palate and the other soft tissues in the mouth. There are several risk factors for snoring, including being overweight or obese, sleeping on your back, drinking alcohol and suffering from illnesses, such as colds or flu and allergic rhinitis (this occurs when the inside of the nose becomes inflamed as a result of an allergy, usually to pollen).
Snoring can potentially be serious and it can have an impact on day to day life; it can also be a symptom of sleep apnoea.
What is sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a condition, which makes it very difficult to breathe during sleep; people who have severe sleep apnoea often wear oxygen masks during the night to ensure that they can breathe while they are asleep. Sleep apnoea is most common in people who are very overweight or obese; it occurs as a result of the airways becoming restricted.
Sleep apnoea can be very serious and potentially life-threatening; it is important that it is managed properly.
How can snoring and sleep apnoea be treated?
Lifestyle changes can help to ease symptoms of sleep apnoea and snoring; these changes may include avoiding alcohol in the evenings, cutting down on alcohol consumption, quitting smoking, losing weight and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
In tandem with lifestyle changes, other treatments may be beneficial. We offer specialist custom-made mouth guards to aid breathing during sleep by keeping the airways open and clear. Using a bite guard will make it easier to breathe and also restore calm to the bedroom and prevent early morning arguments caused by snoring and keeping your partner awake.
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