
There is no definite "cure" for sleep-related breathing disorders (SBD). The basic treatment and management principle of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea is to keep the airway open and normalize the airflow during sleep. Depending on the severity of symptoms, physiologic and anatomical condition of the airway, and the patient’s acceptance and compliance one or combination of the following management/treatment modalities are utilized. CPAP: Surgery: Oral Appliance:
It will also be of great benefit to include a lifestyle modification such as weight loss, regular exercise, avoidance of heavy alcohol, tobacco, sedatives, and hypnotic drugs. Especially if you are over weight, weight reduction will be the best and the most important thing you will want to do.