Does it matter if I Snore?
Snoring is a common problem, but it should never be ignored. Eighty million American patients snore regularly. At least 70% of these cases involve patients who snore loudly and may have more severe health problems. Excessive snoring can be an indicator of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
The word “apnea” means “without breath” and if you suffer from sleep apnea, you will stop breathing as many as 100 times throughout the night. Soft tissue that obstructs these airways causes snoring and blocks the airway. The most serious consequence of a restricted airway is limited oxygen flow to the lungs and brain.
Sleep apnea may cause Physical strain.
Pauses in your breathing will lower the oxygen saturation levels of your blood, producing higher blood pressure. For your body to relax into a deep, restful sleep, you must experience decreased systemic activity. When the heart is not allowed this type of rest, it is stressed in dangerous ways. This will eventually bring about severe heart-related problems.
Sleep apnea also hinders weight loss. A lack of deep sleep will cause a decrease in the hormone that signals to the brain that the stomach is full. The hormonal imbalance that is consequently produced will cause a vicious cycle of overconsumption of calories and poor nutritional decisions, creating additional weight gain.
We treat more than Snoring.
Only treating snoring is like turning off a fire alarm but walking away from the fire. You must confront sleep apnea by dealing with the actual airway. We will custom fit you with an oral appliance that addresses sleep apnea, not only snoring. Treating sleep apnea will help the patient obtain truly, restful sleep that reduces the risk of a whole list of serious health issues.
Fotona Laser
NightLase therapy is a patient-friendly laser treatment for improving a patient’s sleep quality. NightLase can reduce the effects of and decrease the amplitude of snoring by means of gentle laser treatment of the mucosa tissue. A full course of NightLase consists of three separate treatment sessions over a two-month period. The final results of the treatment have been shown to last up to a year, with a possible touch-up visit at 12-18 months.
NightLase®: Laser Snoring Treatment
NightLase® is a rapid, non-invasive and appliance-free way of increasing sleep quality. NightLase® uses laser energy to heat the tissues, keeping your airways open. We will restore your sleep with just three forty-five-minute treatment sessions over two months. We have even seen results after just the first session.
Epworth Sleepiness Scale Test
| Calculated Result | What your ESS result indicates |
| Less than 10 | You are most likely getting enough sleep
However, if you have noticed a change in your normal sleep routine, you may want to discuss this with your doctor. |
| 10 - 15 | You may be suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness
You should see you Doctor to determine the cause of your sleepiness and possible treatment. Your Doctor may refer you to Clark Regional Medical Center for a sleep study to assist in your diagnosis. |
| 16+ | You are dangerously sleepy
It is imperative that you see your Doctor to determine the cause of your sleepiness, and to investigate treatment as soon as possible. Your Doctor can refer you to Clark Regional Medical Center for a sleep study to assist in your diagnosis. |
* This scale should not be used to make your own diagnosis. It is intended as a tool to help you identify your own level of daytime sleepiness, which can often by a symptom of many sleep disorders.
If your score is 10 or more, please share this information with your doctor - make sure you describe all your symptoms as clearly as possible to help in your diagnosis and treatment.
* Please Note - true excessive daytime sleepiness is almost always caused by an underlying medical condition that can be easily diagnosed and effectively treated.
Does it matter if I Snore?
Snoring is a common problem, but it should never be ignored. Eighty million American patients snore regularly. At least 70% of these cases involve patients who snore loudly and may have more severe health problems. Excessive snoring can be an indicator of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
The word “apnea” means “without breath” and if you suffer from sleep apnea, you will stop breathing as many as 100 times throughout the night. Soft tissue that obstructs these airways causes snoring and blocks the airway. The most serious consequence of a restricted airway is limited oxygen flow to the lungs and brain.
Sleep apnea may cause Physical strain.
Pauses in your breathing will lower the oxygen saturation levels of your blood, producing higher blood pressure. For your body to relax into a deep, restful sleep, you must experience decreased systemic activity. When the heart is not allowed this type of rest, it is stressed in dangerous ways. This will eventually bring about severe heart-related problems.
Sleep apnea also hinders weight loss. A lack of deep sleep will cause a decrease in the hormone that signals to the brain that the stomach is full. The hormonal imbalance that is consequently produced will cause a vicious cycle of overconsumption of calories and poor nutritional decisions, creating additional weight gain.
We treat More than Snoring.
Only treating snoring is like turning off a fire alarm but walking away from the fire. You must confront sleep apnea by dealing with the actual airway. We will custom fit you with an oral appliance that addresses sleep apnea, not only snoring. Treating sleep apnea will help the patient obtain truly, restful sleep that reduces the risk of a whole list of serious health issues.
Fotona Laser
NightLase therapy is a patient-friendly laser treatment for improving a patient’s sleep quality. NightLase can reduce the effects of and decrease the amplitude of snoring by means of gentle laser treatment of the mucosa tissue. A full course of NightLase consists of three separate treatment sessions over a two-month period. The final results of the treatment have been shown to last up to a year, with a possible touch-up visit at 12-18 months.
NightLase®: Laser Snoring Treatment
NightLase® is a rapid, non-invasive and appliance-free way of increasing sleep quality. NightLase® uses laser energy to heat the tissues, keeping your airways open. We will restore your sleep with just three forty-five-minute treatment sessions over two months. We have even seen results after just the first session.
Epworth Sleepiness Scale Test
| Calculated Result | What your ESS result indicates |
| Less than 10 | You are most likely getting enough sleep
However, if you have noticed a change in your normal sleep routine, you may want to discuss this with your doctor. |
| 10 - 15 | You may be suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness
You should see you Doctor to determine the cause of your sleepiness and possible treatment. Your Doctor may refer you to Clark Regional Medical Center for a sleep study to assist in your diagnosis. |
| 16+ | You are dangerously sleepy
It is imperative that you see your Doctor to determine the cause of your sleepiness, and to investigate treatment as soon as possible. Your Doctor can refer you to Clark Regional Medical Center for a sleep study to assist in your diagnosis. |
* This scale should not be used to make your own diagnosis. It is intended as a tool to help you identify your own level of daytime sleepiness, which can often by a symptom of many sleep disorders.
If your score is 10 or more, please share this information with your doctor - make sure you describe all your symptoms as clearly as possible to help in your diagnosis and treatment.
* Please Note - true excessive daytime sleepiness is almost always caused by an underlying medical condition that can be easily diagnosed and effectively treated.