Saturday, December 6, 2008

Cures for Snoring

By John Minster Robert Amant

Why do people snore?

The Uvuka and soft palate are respiratory structures. When these structures are obstructed they cause vibrations that create that unpleasant snoring sound. The most common cause of blockage is irregular airflow. Here are some common causes:

*During sleep the throat closes because of weak throat passage

*Tense muscles in the jaw cause disposition.

*A gathering of unwanted fat around the throat

*Nasal passageway is obstructed.

Snoring Cures and Treatments

If your personal efforts fail to prevent snoring than seek advice from your physician or otolaryngologist i.e. the ENT surgeon (ear, nose and throat). If you wish to try dental application to stop your snoring, you will have to find a specialized dentist specializing in these domestic devices.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

This apparatus will blow pressurized air into a mask which is worn over the face or nose. Its purpose is to keep the airway open while sleeping.

Lower jaw positioners, dental appliances and Oral devices

Dental devices helps you open your airway, which are similar to those used as mouth guards and which are worn by athletes. These dental devices helps you cure your snoring by bringing your tongue or lower jaw forward while you are sleeping.

Most of the dental devices are flexible. These dental devices can be fitted around your head and chin to adjust your position of lower jaw, while others are acrylic and can fit inside your mouth. You can get the help from a dentist specializing in sleeping disorder to fit you any one of these devices.

Surgery

Abnormalities that cause snoring can be treated through surgery. The procedure can consist of removing tissue, adenoids, or tonsils at the back of the throat or inside the nose. The surgeon will increase the size of the airway or reconstruct the jaw by laser, scapel, or micro wave probe.

The best course of action is to always consult your doctor or dentist to discuss available medical treatments to help cure your chronic snoring.

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