Snore No More with Sleep Apnea Treatment

A snore is not a pleasant sound, especially not if it wakes you up in the middle of the night. Unfortunately, snoring is a fairly common problem. It's estimated that perhaps about a quarter of people snore, and older people are even more likely to snore.

Snoring is more than just a loud, rumbling noise; it's a sign that something else might be wrong. A snorer might have a sleep disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea, where the breathing tubes can become obstructed during sleep, costing the brain oxygen. Though snoring is not dangerous is and of itself, sleep apnea has been linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease and stroke.

Snoring is associated with higher risks of developing certain diseases and health problems. People who snore are statistically more likely to suffer heart attacks or stroke. It's also been shown that snoring treatment can improve the marital relationship between husband and wife!

To cure snoring, a sleep doctor or dentist needs to know what's causing the snores. If it's sleep apnea, the patient can be given a sleep apnea treatment such as a CPAP breathing mask to wear at night. In addition to curing snoring, sleep apnea therapy can also leave a patient happier and healthier overall.

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