Snoring Treatment in North Richland Hills
Snoring is common but it isn’t always harmless. For some people, snoring disrupts sleep quality, affects relationships, and may signal an underlying airway issue such as obstructive sleep apnea. When snoring is loud, chronic, or worsening, an evaluation can help identify the cause and guide effective treatment.
North Hills ENT evaluates snoring for patients throughout North Richland Hills.
What causes snoring?
Snoring occurs when airflow is partially blocked during sleep, causing tissues in the nose or throat to vibrate. Contributing factors may include nasal congestion, a deviated septum, enlarged turbinates, enlarged tonsils/adenoids, a long soft palate or uvula, throat muscle relaxation during sleep, and lifestyle factors such as alcohol use before bed.
When Snoring May Be a Concern
Snoring should be evaluated if it is loud and persistent, associated with gasping or breathing pauses, accompanied by excessive daytime sleepiness, or worsening over time. These can be signs of sleep apnea or significant airway narrowing.
Evaluation for Snoring
Your evaluation includes a review of sleep symptoms and an exam of the nose and throat to identify where airflow restriction may be occurring. If sleep apnea is suspected, a sleep study may be recommended.
Treatment Options
Managing Nasal Congestion/Allergies
Treating underlying nasal inflammation or allergies can reduce airway blockage and improve airflow during sleep.
Addressing Reflux When It Contributes to Throat Irritation
Reducing reflux can decrease throat inflammation and improve snoring symptoms for affected patients.
Oral Appliance Therapy for Select Patients
Custom devices can reposition the jaw and tongue to help keep the airway open during sleep.
Procedures to Address Structural Airway Narrowing When Appropriate
Surgical or minimally invasive procedures may be recommended to correct anatomical contributors to snoring, such as a deviated septum, enlarged turbinates, or soft palate/uvula issues.
Sleep More Soundly
If snoring symptoms are affecting your comfort, sleep, or quality of life, call 817-859-8999 or contact North Hills ENT online to schedule an evaluation in North Richland Hills.