Sleep Apnea

Try Our Amazing Laser Snoring Treatment in Portland, OR!

Snoring can feel like a mountain you just can't climb. Night after night, that loud rumbling disrupts your sleep and your partner's rest, too. You've probably tried everything—nasal strips, weird pillows, even sleeping in different rooms. It feels almost impossible to shake, right?

Good news! Our team at Aesthetic Smiles can make snoring a thing of the past with our powerful laser snoring treatment. We've helped countless Portland families get back to peaceful, quiet nights with this revolutionary therapy for the respiratory tract.

What Is Laser Snoring Treatment?

Laser Snoring Treatment, a revolutionary approach to resolving sleep disturbances, utilizes laser technology to provide relief from snoring. This non-invasive method, known as NightLase® treatment, employs gentle laser light to firm and tighten the throat and soft palate tissues.

Laser snoring treatment is:

Non-surgical: The procedure involves no cutting, bleeding, or stitches.
Painless: Patients typically experience a mild sensation of warmth during the treatment, with no discomfort.
Effective: A significant reduction in snoring is observed in many patients following the procedure.

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How Laser Snoring Treatment Works

NightLase® laser snoring treatment targets the root causes of your snoring with gentle heat. The laser works by tightening the tissue in your soft palate and throat area—the very places where that annoying snoring sound comes from!

When you sleep, the muscles in your throat relax. For many people, this relaxation causes the soft tissue to partially block the airway, creating the vibration we hear as snoring. The laser stimulates collagen production in these tissues, making them stronger and less likely to collapse during sleep.

The beauty of this process? It's quick (about 30 minutes), involves no cutting, requires zero anesthesia, and has no downtime. You can literally come in during lunch and go back to work! Most folks need three sessions spaced over six weeks for the best results. Your breathing will improve gradually as the tissue in your mouth and throat becomes more toned and less likely to obstruct your airway.

What to Expect With Aesthetic Smiles

Dr. Tennant is pleased to introduce the foremost cutting-edge treatment of OSA available: the DNA System. The DNA Appliance protocol utilizes stem cell technology for bio-remodeling in order to potentially decrease or eliminate sleep apnea.

The bio-remodeling appliances must be worn 14–16 hours a day until the desired results are achieved. This innovative treatment works by applying gentle pressure on the palate of the upper jaw. This area contains stem cells that have been hibernating since the completion of childhood and adolescence. Stimulated by this pressure into activation, the stem cells begin to work by growing new bone in the mid-face.

Dr. Tennant will thoroughly discuss the DNA Appliance system with you, as well as all the other available treatment methods, in order to identify the best treatment for your specific case.

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The Life-Changing Benefits of Laser Snoring Treatment

Sleep Through the Night Again

Say goodbye to the constant nudging from your partner! Laser therapy reduces the tissue vibration in your throat that causes snoring. You'll fall into deeper, more restorative sleep cycles without the constant interruptions to your breathing.

No Masks or Devices Needed

Unlike CPAP machines or oral appliances, laser treatment doesn't require you to wear anything while you sleep. The changes happen within your respiratory tract itself. You're free to sleep in any position without worrying about keeping a device in place.

Improved Health Beyond Just Sleep

Chronic snoring is often linked to serious health concerns like hypertension and heart disease. By addressing your snoring, you're potentially lowering the risks associated with these conditions. Better breathing equals better overall health for your entire body.

Quick, Painless Sessions

Each treatment takes just 30 minutes, and no recovery time is needed. The laser creates a warming sensation in your soft palate and throat area, but patients describe it as comfortable. You can immediately return to your normal activities afterward.

Long-Lasting Results

Most patients enjoy significantly reduced snoring for a year or longer after completing their treatment series. A simple touch-up session once yearly helps maintain the benefits. It's a sustainable solution to a persistent problem.

Are You a Good Candidate for NightLase® Treatment?

Laser snoring therapy works wonderfully for many people, but knowing if it's right for you matters. Our dental team evaluates several factors about your mouth, throat, and overall health during your consultation. Here's who typically benefits most from this treatment:

Mild to moderate snorers whose snoring stems from soft tissue vibration in the throat and soft palate area.
People who can't tolerate CPAP machines or oral appliances for their breathing issues.
Those whose snoring gets worse after alcohol consumption (indicating relaxed throat tissues are the main cause).
Patients with nasal congestion who breathe through their mouths while sleeping.
Individuals whose tongue position or size contributes to airway obstruction.
People who've tried weight loss and positional therapy with limited success.
Those without severe sleep apnea.

During your visit, we'll examine you to see how your throat, uvula, and other important criteria contribute to your snoring. Not everyone's snoring comes from the same cause, so personalized assessment is key!

More Ways Our Dental Team Can Help!

Laser snoring treatment works wonders for many patients, but it's not all we do. Aesthetic Smiles proudly offers several solutions for your dental issues. Your health needs might call for different approaches:

Vivos Sleep Appliances

These revolutionary devices actually help remodel your airway over time, not just treat symptoms. They gently expand your jaw and reposition your tongue to create more breathing space. For many people, Vivos provides a permanent solution to breathing difficulties.

General Dentistry

Our general dentistry team will provide regular treatments, cleaning, and more to keep Portland, Oregon, patients happy.

Restorative Dentistry

Missing teeth or poor dental alignment sometimes lead to changes in tongue position and breathing patterns. Our restorative dentistry solutions help rebuild proper oral structure, potentially improving your airway function along the way.

Is it Time for Snore-Free Nights? Call Aesthetic Smiles!

At Aesthetic Smiles, our Portland, OR, dental team puts your sleep first. We know how a good night's rest powers everything else in your life—from your mood to your heart health. Laser snoring treatment offers a simple path to quieter nights and more energetic days.

When you're tired of snoring ruling your nights, pay us a visit. We'll examine your mouth, throat, and soft palate to create a clear plan for better breathing!

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