Snoring

A good portion of the population snores, and this problem is worse in men. Snoring can be benign, but can sometimes indicate the presence of obstructive sleep apnea (see section). Snorers should be evaluated by an Otolaryngologist to make sure they do not suffer from sleep apnea.

When snoring is not due to sleep apnea, many treatment options are available. One third of the time, snoring can be due to nasal obstruction. Treating the nose could help with snoring. 

Sometimes a small surgical procedure at the level of the uvula or the palate under local anesthesia can improve snoring. Removing the tonsils can also help snoring. However, for patients without sleep apnea, the treatment of snoring is not covered by health insurance.

An Otolaryngologist can help you identify the source of snoring and offer solutions for this embarrassing problem. An ENT evaluation that includes an endoscopic evaluation of the airway with a camera is essential to identify the cause of your problems.