Snoring

Snoring, a common sleep-related issue, occurs when the flow of air through the mouth and nose is obstructed during sleep, leading to the vibration of tissues in the throat. This vibration produces the characteristic sound associated with snoring. Several factors can contribute to snoring, including sleeping position, lifestyle habits like smoking and alcohol consumption, and physical characteristics such as obesity or anatomical abnormalities in the airway.

While snoring is often dismissed as a minor annoyance, it can sometimes indicate more serious underlying health issues. One of the primary concerns associated with chronic snoring is obstructive sleep apnea, a condition characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep.

Sleep apnea not only disrupts sleep patterns but can also lead to complications such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and daytime fatigue. Therefore, it is essential to address snoring, especially when accompanied by symptoms like gasping for air during sleep, morning headaches, or excessive daytime sleepiness.

Managing snoring often involves lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding alcohol and sedatives before bedtime, and establishing good sleep hygiene practices. In cases where snoring persists despite these measures, medical interventions like oral appliances, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, or surgical procedures may be recommended.

The Fotona’s NightLase® therapy is a non-invasive option used to address snoring by targeting the soft tissues in the throat to reduce snoring intensity. is a non-invasive, patient-friendly laser treatment for increasing the quality of a patient’s sleep. There is laser-induced tightening effect caused by the contraction of collagen in the oral mucosa tissue.