How Much is Too Much?
Snoring happens for many reasons, and even the most demure women and dignified men will snore at one point in their lives. The condition does not discriminate. Snoring is the sound that is created when the tissues in your nose and throat vibrate as you breathe. The sound that someone makes as they slumber whilst the rest of those in the room lie awake can vary from a soft, low purring to a cacophony of sounds that could possibly wake the entire neighborhood. The point at which a person’s snoring becomes problematic is based upon the underlying cause of the snoring, as well as any issues that the snoring causes for others who happen to be in proximity of the snorer.
Surprising Reasons Why People Snore
Snoring may not indicate an underlying issue. You may be able to make some minor changes to make sure that you and your beloved sleep soundly this Valentine’s Day. Some of the reasons that people snore are:
- Sleeping on their backs
- Consuming alcohol
- Using sedatives and sleep aids
- Smoking
- Being overweight
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a medical condition that causes disruptive breathing when a person sleeps, and this may be accompanied by snoring. Not every case of snoring is sleep apnea, and not every case of sleep apnea involves snoring. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by a disruption in the upper airway, and it is the most common type of sleep apnea. Dr. Sultan can diagnose your sleep apnea and offer treatments that will help you keep the love and adoration going well beyond Valentine’s Day.
Learn More About Snoring and Sleep Apnea. Contact Sultan Center for Oral Facial Surgery.
To learn more about snoring and sleep apnea, TMJ surgery replacement, computer guided surgery and our other services, contact Sultan Center for Oral Facial Surgery. Our office is located in Fort Lauderdale, and you can contact us directly at (954) 771-8772.
