Snoring

Snoring is not just a social problem – it can also be a sign of sleep apnea, which means pauses in breathing during the night. Sleep apnea leads to restless sleep, daytime fatigue, concentration problems, and can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Diagnostik

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Home sleep study (ambulatory polygraphy): an easy test done at home that records airflow, oxygen saturation, pulse, and snoring. This allows us to determine whether sleep apnea is present.

Treatment options

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Conservative measures: such as weight reduction, sleep position therapy, breathing exercises, or special oral appliances.
Surgical therapies:
- Soft palate surgery: to reduce snoring sounds
- Improving nasal breathing: e.g. by correcting a deviated septum or reducing enlarged turbinates to improve airflow at night
- Tonsillectomy: removal of enlarged tonsils that narrow the airway and cause snoring or apnea

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My approach

I carefully evaluate whether snoring is linked to sleep apnea and then discuss the most suitable treatment options – from conservative measures to surgical procedures. My goal is restful sleep, more energy during the day, and long-term improvement in health.

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