Snoring and Sleep Disorders

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Chesapeake ENT has good news for those who snore and for those who have to listen! New techniques are available to help alleviate loud, constant snoring. The Pillar Procedure is a minimally invasive, FDA approved, in office procedure to help you both sleep better. Snoring and Sleep Apnea cause fatigue and poor quality sleep, which may result in sleep deprivation and excessive daytime sleepiness. If these conditions are left untreated, they can trigger high blood pressure, stroke, dangerous heart conditions or worse.

Sleep disorders can be very complicated. Dr. Martini frequently works with neurological and pulmonary physicians to improve or eliminate the condition. Snoring and Sleep apnea may be treated with surgery, medical devices or a combination of both.

The cause of these disorders may be a physical blockage of the nose, throat or the tongue base. Treatment of the blockage either through surgical or non surgical methods may be performed to eliminate or improve the condition.

Mild sleep apnea and snoring can often be treated with soft palate pillar implants. Thousands have been successfully used throughout the United States and Europe with an excellent record for safety and effectiveness. The procedure can be completed in minutes, in office, with your immediate return to most normal activities. Some cases of sleep apnea are ideally suited for a (C-PAP) device to assist with sleep. The Continuous Positive Airway Pressure device maintains an open airway while at rest, leading to a safer and more rested condition.

Dr. Martini’s goal is to help each patient select their therapy based on potential risks, benefits and outcomes. During your Consultation a thorough examination of your nose, mouth, palate, throat and neck will be completed, a sleep study may also need to be completed to determine how serious your condition is and to what effect sleep apnea is having on your life and health. A treatment plan will be created and recommended for better sleep and health.