Treatment options for snoring in Glen Allen, VA
Real, comfortable ways to quiet snoring, starting with understanding what's behind it.
Treating snoring well starts with finding out whether sleep apnea is involved, then matching treatment to the cause. At A-Z Sleep & Airway Center in Glen Allen, Dr. Ashlee Goodman-Tabari often uses a custom oral appliance that holds the jaw forward to keep the airway open, then adjusts it until the snoring quiets.
What works, what doesn't, and how we choose
Start with the right answers
Before treating snoring, we make sure we know what’s causing it. A simple at-home sleep study tells us whether you have harmless snoring or sleep apnea, so your treatment fits the real problem instead of just masking the sound.
A custom oral appliance
For most people, a custom oral appliance is the most comfortable and effective solution. It gently holds your jaw forward so your airway stays open, which quiets the snoring at its source. It’s small, quiet, easy to travel with, and made to fit your mouth precisely.
Care that follows through
We don’t just hand you a device and hope for the best. We fit it, adjust it over follow-up visits, and make sure it’s working for you and for whoever shares your bed. If your snoring is tied to a narrow airway or other issues, we’ll factor that into your plan.
What you can count on
Testing before treatment
Comfortable custom oral appliances
Quieter nights for both of you
Ongoing adjustments and support
What patients ask us
What’s the most effective way to stop snoring?
For most people, a custom oral appliance works well because it opens the airway at the source. The first step is a sleep study so we know whether snoring is the whole story or a sign of apnea, then we match the treatment to the cause.
Will treatment help my partner sleep too?
That’s often the biggest benefit. Patients and their partners regularly report much quieter nights and better sleep for everyone once snoring is treated.
Do over-the-counter anti-snoring devices work?
Store-bought mouthpieces aren’t custom fitted and aren’t designed for a precise, lasting result, and a poor fit can affect your bite. A professionally made appliance is more comfortable and more effective.
More questions, answered
Do anti-snoring pillows or nasal strips actually work?
For mild, occasional snoring, aids like special pillows or nasal strips may help a little. But they don't address a narrowed airway or treat sleep apnea, so if your snoring is loud and nightly, they tend to fall short. A proper evaluation finds a lasting solution.
How quickly will an oral appliance stop my snoring?
Many people notice quieter nights very soon after they start wearing a custom oral appliance, sometimes right away. We then fine-tune the fit over follow-up visits to get the best result, so both you and your bed partner see steady improvement rather than a one-time fix.
Can snoring come back after treatment?
It can if things change, like weight gain, new medications, or a device that's wearing out. That's why we keep up with follow-up visits and adjust your appliance over time. If snoring returns, reach out, since it's usually something we can address quickly.
Will treating my snoring help me sleep better too?
Often, yes. Quieter breathing usually means less fragmented sleep for you, not just your partner. And because we test first to rule out sleep apnea, treatment addresses whatever's disrupting your rest, so you're more likely to wake up feeling genuinely refreshed.
What if my oral appliance doesn't fully stop my snoring?
We keep working with you until it does its job. Your custom appliance can be adjusted after it's fitted, and we check in on how you and your partner are sleeping. If snoring continues, our Glen Allen team looks at why, retests when it makes sense, and works with your sleep physician on the next step.
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Ready to stop guessing about your sleep?
If you snore, wake up tired, or have been told you stop breathing at night, the first step is simple. Call us and we will get you scheduled.