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 What is Snoring?
Snoring is the sound that occurs during sleep when flow of air is obstructed in the area where the tongue and upper throat meet the soft palate and uvula. Snoring noises occur when these structures vibrate against each other during breathing. Snoring is obstructed breathing. In addition to disturbed sleep patterns and sleep deprivation, other serious health problems may result. Snoring may also be a symptom of other medical conditions.
What causes Snoring?
Can Snoring be prevented?
Heavy or chronic Snoring may require medical care.
Treatment for Snoring:
Treatment may include a nasal mask that provides continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or surgery.
Treatment option
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The Pillar® Procedure
The target of the Pillar Procedure is one of the important anatomical components of sleep apnea and Snoring: the soft palate. In this procedure, three tiny woven inserts are introduced into the soft palate to help reduce the vibration that causes Snoring...
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