Snoring Treatment
Snoring Treatment in Sarasota
Snoring disrupts your sleep and the sleep of the person next to you. At Revive Derm Sarasota we treat snoring with NightLase®, a gentle Fotona laser treatment with no incisions, no anesthesia and no downtime.
The Cause
Why do people snore?
Snoring is the sound of soft tissue vibrating as air moves past it during sleep. With age, weight gain, alcohol or nasal congestion, the soft palate and the tissue at the back of the throat can relax and narrow the airway, so it vibrates more.
Loud, frequent snoring can leave you tired during the day and keep a partner awake. Common signs include:
- Loud snoring most nights
- Waking up tired or with a dry mouth
- A partner who moves to another room
Our Treatment
NightLase: laser treatment for snoring
NightLase uses an Er:YAG laser in Fotona’s SMOOTH® mode to gently heat the soft palate and the area around the tonsils. The tissue tightens, vibrates less and leaves more room to breathe.
- Usually three sessions about a month apart
- About 30 minutes per session
- No anesthesia and no downtime
- Results often last a year or longer
When snoring may be sleep apnea
Snoring can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. Talk to us or your doctor if you notice:
- Pauses in breathing, gasping or choking at night
- Heavy daytime sleepiness
- Morning headaches
- High blood pressure
NightLase can support other sleep apnea treatment, but it does not replace CPAP, an oral appliance or care from a sleep specialist. Dr. Michael may suggest a sleep evaluation before treatment.
Before & After
NightLase results
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BeforeAfterAfter: the soft palate sits higher and more of the airway is open.
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BeforeAfterAfter: the back of the throat is visible, with less tissue in the way.
Photos courtesy of Fotona and its clinical partners. They show results achieved by other providers, not patients of Revive Derm Sarasota. Individual results vary.
FAQs
Snoring treatment questions
What is Fotona NightLase?
NightLase is a non-surgical laser treatment that reduces snoring by gently heating and tightening soft tissue in the mouth and throat.
Is NightLase painful?
Most patients feel warmth during treatment. It is generally well tolerated and usually does not require anesthesia.
How many treatments will I need?
NightLase is usually done as a series of three sessions. Dr. Michael will recommend a plan for you.
Is there downtime?
NightLase generally has little to no downtime, although the throat can feel sensitive for a short time afterward.
Can NightLase treat obstructive sleep apnea?
NightLase may reduce snoring, but it is not a replacement for standard sleep apnea treatment such as CPAP or an oral appliance. If sleep apnea is suspected, a medical evaluation comes first.
Schedule Your Consultation
Visit Revive Derm Sarasota on Bee Ridge Road to find out whether snoring treatment is right for you. Book online or call our office, and Dr. Michael will review your skin, your goals and your options.