Voronezh explained how dangerous regular snoring at night

Regular snoring can be not just an unpleasant feature of sleep, but a sign of obstructive apnea - a condition in which a person periodically stops breathing. This disorder increases the risk of arrhythmia, stroke and even sudden death. This was warned by an orthodontist of the highest category, a member of the World Association of Orthodontists Denis Protsenko.

In a comment to IA RuNews24.ru, the specialist listed several factors that can provoke snoring and breathing disorders. Among them - anatomical features of the jaws, enlarged tongue, weakening of the muscles of the pharynx and lack of teeth. Also, the appearance of the problem can be affected by overweight, drinking alcohol before bed and the habit of sleeping on the back.

According to Protsenko, insufficient space for the tongue may be due to the small lower jaw or its displacement backwards relative to the skull. This makes it difficult for air to pass through the airways.

If apnea is suspected, the doctor recommends to be examined by a somnologist. Additionally, the otorhinolaryngologist will help to assess the state of the pharynx, and the orthodontist will study the features of the bite and structure of the jaws.

As one of the ways to correct the violation, the specialist called a special individual cap. During sleep, it holds the lower jaw in the extended position, making it easier for air to pass through the airways.

However, this device is not suitable for every patient. Before using it, it is necessary to conduct a sleep study, select and adjust the device, and then evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.