Help! I Can't Stop Snoring at Night

Snoring happens when blocked air flow causes your throat tissues to vibrate, creating that rumbling sound. While almost everyone snores on occasion, routine snoring may indicate sleep apnea – a condition that repeatedly interrupts breathing during sleep for about 30 million Americans.

If you can’t seem to stop snoring or you’ve noticed other signs of sleep apnea, expert care is important.

At BP Royal Medspa in Henderson, Nevada, board-certified registered nurse Barbara (“Barbie”) Rodriguez and her team offer Fotona’s NightLase® therapy to ease your snoring woes and help you get a good night’s sleep.

When your snoring means sleep apnea

Snoring alone doesn’t mean you have sleep apnea, but it’s a hallmark symptom for 94% of people with the condition. 

Other signs of sleep apnea include:

• Daytime exhaustion and fatigue
• Difficulty paying attention
• Irritable moods
• Loud snoring that may awaken you or a loved one
• Waking up with a headache or dry mouth
• Gasping for air during sleep

Sleep apnea can also cause you to feel hungrier throughout the day, as your body craves energy due to poor sleep. In particular, you may crave energy-dense foods, such as sweets, and gain weight.

Weight gain from sleep apnea can also stem from tiredness and fatigue, which make it more difficult to exercise. Further, high blood pressure and chest pain during the night are linked with sleep apnea. An estimated 40-80% of people with cardiovascular disease have sleep apnea as well.

How to stop snoring

Some people find that lifestyle changes, such as limiting alcohol, sleeping on their side (instead of on their back), and avoiding sleep deprivation, put a stop to snoring. If your snoring stems from anatomical issues or sleep apnea, however, you’ll likely need medical care as well.

Sleep apnea treatment often involves a device, such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. 

For a less cumbersome option, our team at BP Royal Medspa offers NightLase laser treatment for good candidates. NightLase lasers gently heat tissue at the back of your throat to increase your airway size and reduce snoring. 

Your provider can also recommend specific lifestyle changes based on your needs and preferences to help make the most of your snoring treatment.

NightLase laser results

If you’re approved for NightLase laser therapy, your treatment likely involves three sessions over a span of six weeks. Research shows that NightLase significantly reduces snoring that is related to mild sleep apnea, with effectiveness similar to more aggressive treatment. 

While results vary, you can expect NightLase benefits to last for up to a year. At that point, you can schedule another series of laser sessions.

To learn more about chronic snoring or find out if NightLase is right for you, call BP Royal Medspa or request an appointment through our website today.