Chronic Snoring Phoenix Pillar Procedure - ENT Doctor

What causes snoring?

Snoring is often caused the vibration that occurs as a result of having a weak soft pallet.

What is snoring a symptomatic of?

Snoring can be an alert that a person has sleep apnea. Loud snoring that is followed by a noticeable silence may indicate a sleep apnea episode. Some other indications of sleep apnea are, fatigue and the feeling of not being rested after several hours of sleep.

Which surgery is best for those who snore according to some ENT Doctors?

Surgery can be done on the nose, palate, tongue or neck depending on the cause of the snoring problem. Phoenix ENT doctors often suggest the Pillar Procedure as the best surgery to stop snoring, when snoring is a result of a weak soft pallet.

Does the Pillar Procedure Work?

While the select ENT doctors in AZ who offer the Pillar surgery to stop snoring have had their patients show great success, some may return to their doctor for additional laser surgery for their snoring. Some surgeries can be repeated if they are not completely successful the first time they are performed.

If I snore, Can being overweight make it worse?

Being overweight is actually one of the leading reasons some people snore. Excess weight restricts airways which can lead to snoring and other breathing problems.

Can I stop without surgery?

While it is possible for some to treat their snoring without medical intervention, in most instances it is best for ENT doctors in Arizona to help determine if surgery to stop snoring is best.

Who snores?

Every person snores at some point in their life. Chronic snoring is seen in about 24 out of 100 of women and 40 from 100 men. A number of children snore as well.

Should I seek medical advice?

If you snore on a regular basis, consult with a doctor or Phoenix AZ area ENT surgeon about the situation to make sure there are no other underlying medical issues.

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