Snoring Can Impact Your Health

Snoring has a number of consequences that can not only affect the life of a snorer but also their partner. Sleep deprivation as a result of snoring has a negative impact on health and quality of life. There have also been multiple scientific studies that show a link between snoring and an increased risk of heart attack or stroke.

Consequences of Snoring Include:

• Tiredness
• Morning Headaches
• Poor Night's Sleep
• Irritability
• Dry Mouth
• Interruptions of Breathing
• Increased Risk of High Blood Pressure
• Strain on the Heart
• Increased Risk of a Heart Attack or Stroke
• Brain Fog
• Lack of Focus

Snoring can occur when air is not able to move freely due to a narrowing of your airway, this causes the tissues to vibrate and make an audible sound. In extreme cases, the airway can become completely blocked. This breathing disorder is what is known as obstructive sleep apnea.

Laser energy is used to treat the tissues of the airway causing them to tighten. This helps keep your airway from closing up and restricting airflow. Our NightLase® procedure consists of three short treatments over a two-month period.  

Each treatment lasts 15 minutes and requires no anesthesia. The procedure is comfortable, and you can resume your daily routine immediately afterwards. Results are often seen after the first session. NightLase® can also be used in conjunction with oral appliance therapy as well as CPAP to make these treatments more effective.