If you or your partner suffer from snoring or sleep disordered breathing, contact our office to schedule an assessment with Dr. Romack. She will determine if you are a candidate for the non-invasive NightLase laser treatment.
This snoring treatment tightens throat tissues to prevent them from collapsing and blocking the airway. It is FDA-approved and has no downtime.
What is NightLase?
Snoring is a common problem with serious consequences for your health and the quality of your life. If left untreated, snoring can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and even stroke.
NightLase is a painless laser treatment that doesn’t involve any cutting or scarring. We can target the tissue in your throat and soft palate to reshape it, eliminating your snoring and reducing your risk for sleep apnea.
NightLase has been shown to significantly reduce snoring and improve breathing. You can experience noticeable results after a full course of treatment that have been known to last up to a year or more.
How Does NightLase Work?
NightLase is non-invasive, painless, and requires no anesthesia. You will feel a tingling, warm sensation in the back of your throat during each session; many patients describe this feeling as similar to having a fine mist of water sprayed in their mouth.
After three sessions of NightLase, you will likely notice a significant reduction in your snoring. Moreover, you may experience improved sleep quality and a reduction in your symptoms of mild to moderate sleep apnea. You can continue to receive periodic NightLase treatments to maintain these results for years.
Who Is a Candidate for NightLase?
NightLase is a safe and effective treatment option for those with mild to moderate snoring or sleep apnea. Additionally, the non-invasive laser-based therapy may assist with other health goals such as skin rejuvenation and reducing symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ).
The collapse of the upper airway is usually the root cause of snoring and sleep apnea, both of which can have serious health consequences if left untreated. Schedule your FREE sleep apnea consultation to find out if NightLase is the right solution for you. Our team is ready to help you regain restful nights and renewed energy!
What Are the Benefits of NightLase?
Studies show that Nightlase significantly reduces snoring and improves sleep apnea. It is a noninvasive treatment that works without incisions or sutures and has no side effects.
The Fotona LightWalker laser gently warms the soft palate, uvula, and anterior throat tissues alongside the tongue that restrict airflow during sleep. This results in an immediate tightening of the tissue structures.
As a result, oxygen flow is increased to the brain during sleep and snoring is significantly reduced. Patients report reduced fatigue, better quality of life, and improved work performance. Many also find that their symptoms of sleep apnea are greatly improved as well.
What Are the Side Effects of NightLase?
In most cases, NightLase is a comfortable and painless procedure. There are no shots or chemicals involved in this treatment. Some patients do experience a mild sore throat the day after their appointment, but this is usually short-lived.
The benefits of NightLase are long-lasting and can last up to a year. It is important to keep in mind, however, that NightLase does not cure sleep apnea; it only improves symptoms and reduces snoring. If you notice that the effects are beginning to wear off, contact our office to schedule a maintenance session.
How Long Will NightLase Take?
NightLase is a non-invasive laser snoring treatment that doesn’t require incisions or anesthesia. Your dentist will treat your mouth, throat, and nasal passages with the erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (er:YAG) laser in short sessions that are easy to fit into your schedule.
Snoring can cause significant distress for yourself and your loved ones, but it also has negative health implications including heart disease. There is a direct link between loud snoring and a higher risk of stroke.
Our sleep dentist will evaluate your oral cavity to determine if factors such as a large tongue or enlarged palate are contributing to your snoring. If necessary, our sleep dentist will recommend a treatment session for the soft palate.
Will NightLase Work for Me?
While snoring is a common complaint that many people make jokes about, it can actually be a sign of serious health issues like sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, and low oxygen levels.
NightLase can help patients with snoring and mild sleep apnea by tightening throat tissues to ensure that airways stay open. The procedure is completely painless and patients can resume their normal daily routine immediately after each treatment session.
If you’re tired of snoring and want to improve your sleep quality, contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Romack! Restful nights can lead to better cognitive function and reduced stress.