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What is the most effective nonsurgical solutions for snoring?

If you are looking for snoring remedies in Chicago , the physicians at the Advanced Center for Specialty Care can provide several non-surgical options for sleep apnea symptoms treatment.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most effective solution for snoring and sleep apnea. Snoring and sleep apnea are caused by partial or complete airway obstruction by tissues in the upper airway. CPAP uses air pressure, continuously delivered via a face mask throughout the night to maintain airway patency. The CPAP device is connected by a hose to a mask worn on the face. The device continuously maintains an air pressure within the airways sufficient to splint open the airway. There are several types of devices and face masks including masks that cover the nose only or both the nose and mouth. While many people are weary to use the device and may find it obtrusive at first, they become accustomed to wearing the device each night and greatly benefit from its effectiveness.

Another nonsurgical sleep apnea symptoms treatment is the use of an oral device. Several types and brands of oral devices exist. These removeable devices are worn at night and either prevent backwards tongue collapse or facilitate jaw protrusion (mandibular advancement). Most devices can be custom fitted at the doctor’s office in just one visit, and these devices can be effective from the first night.

When looking for snoring cures , do not forget to include weight loss in your treatment plan if you are overweight. Excess fat, especially around the neck, can cause narrowing of the airway. Weight loss can be very effective in mild sleep apnea, and it can reduce the severity of severe sleep apnea. Unfortunately, if you have sleep apnea, you may be too tired to exercise. Sleep apnea symptoms treatment such as CPAP, oral devices or minimally invasive procedures may give you increased energy, enabling you to start a weight loss regimen.

Alcohol and any sedative medications (such as painkillers and muscle relaxers) should be avoided as they may worsen snoring and sleep apnea. Alcohol and sedatives lead to decreased muscle tone at night, allowing further airway narrowing while you sleep. Avoiding these may decrease snoring and sleep apnea symptom severity.

If these non-surgical options do not cure snoring, Chicago doctors at the Advanced Center for Specialty Care can also offer surgical therapies, including several minimally invasive options, to treat your snoring or sleep apnea.
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