Snoring Treatment

Snoring is a common health issue caused by the narrowing or blockage of the airways during sleep, negatively affecting both the individual’s quality of life and their partner’s sleep. Although often seen as a harmless symptom, snoring can sometimes be a sign of more serious conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It is more common in middle-aged and older individuals and can occur in both men and women.

What Causes Snoring?

Snoring occurs when air passing through the narrowed upper airway causes the surrounding soft tissues to vibrate. The following factors may trigger or worsen snoring:

How to Stop Snoring?

Snoring treatment should begin with a detailed ENT (ear, nose, and throat) examination, and if necessary, a sleep test (polysomnography). The treatment plan depends on the underlying cause:

Medical and Lifestyle Interventions

• Weight loss
• Avoiding alcohol and smoking
• Changing sleep position
• Nasal sprays and nasal dilators

Non-Surgical Devices

• CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine
• Oral appliances (devices that bring the lower jaw forward to open the airway)

What Is Snoring Surgery?

Snoring surgery involves correcting anatomical structures that cause airway narrowing. It is considered when structural causes are identified.

Snoring and Apnea Surgery

In patients with obstructive sleep apnea, snoring is not just a symptom but a sign of a serious health risk. In such cases, a multidisciplinary approach is required. Apnea surgery is considered when CPAP is unsuccessful or if there is anatomical obstruction.

Which Doctor Treats Snoring?

Patients with snoring problems should first consult an ENT (Otolaryngologist). If sleep apnea is suspected, collaboration with pulmonology, neurology, or sleep disorder centers may be necessary.

How to Stop Snoring in Women?

Snoring in women often increases after menopause due to hormonal changes. Treatment in women may include:

• Hormonal assessment
• Evaluation of allergies and nasal obstruction
• Surgical approaches with aesthetic and functional considerations

Snoring Treatment Prices

The cost of snoring treatment varies depending on the technique used, the patient’s anatomical features, the need for surgery, and the clinic’s facilities.

Note: In accordance with regulations of the Turkish Ministry of Health, direct price information related to medical procedures cannot be shared online. For detailed information and consultation, please contact our clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is snoring treatment permanent?

If snoring is caused by anatomical issues, surgical treatment can provide permanent results.

Is snoring surgery risky?

These procedures generally carry low risk, but individual evaluation is essential.

Why is snoring more common in women after a certain age?

Hormonal changes, weight gain, and age-related muscle relaxation are contributing factors.

What tests are required?

Endoscopic examination, sleep study (polysomnography), nasal and throat evaluation.

Which is better: CPAP or surgery?

For mild to moderate apnea, surgery may be considered; for severe cases, CPAP is the first option.