Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring Treatment

Snoring is a nuisance on its own, but in some cases it can indicate the presence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). At Advanced Dental Sleep Medicine, our team provides comprehensive sleep apnea and snoring treatment at our Stratford, Guilford, and New Haven, CT, locations. We network with local physicians in the field of sleep medicine to ensure patients receive a proper diagnosis to screen and evaluate symptoms that may simply be bothersome, or more seriously, increase your risk of developing other health conditions. 

Understanding the Relationship Between Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Some people are chronic snorers due to obstruction related to excess tissue in the throat or nasal passages. Others may experience snoring intermittently with seasonal allergies, colds, or other illnesses. Sleep apnea, however, results in frequent periods of interrupted breathing throughout the night.

While snoring is often disruptive to a spouse or bed partner, the symptom alone is not indicative of sleep apnea.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form of sleep-related breathing disorders and is caused by a collapse of the soft tissues and muscles at the back of the throat. While snoring is often disruptive to a spouse or bed partner, the symptom alone is not indicative of OSA. 

Are You at Risk?

Sleep apnea can affect patients of all ages. While the condition is most common in males over the age of 40, it can also affect women and children. Because weight seems to play a significant role in our risk for developing sleep apnea, some researchers have speculated that childhood obesity may be linked to the rise of pediatric sleep apnea.