If you are a heavy snorer you are unlikely to be popular if you ever have to share a bedroom! Until you realize that you have a problem, you are unlikely to try and do anything about it. A stop snoring mouthpiece is just one of your options depending on what type of snorer you are.
it may be a surprise for you to learn that there are several types of snorer. For example, are you a "tongue based snorer" where the tongue tends to slip back and obstruct your airway. On the other hand, a "mouth breather" tends to suck in air in such a way to cause excessive vibration and this may, or may not occur because of an abnormality in the nasal passages or small nostrils that could force you to do this. If vibration is your problem, then a stop snoring mouthpiece may well work for you.
A stop snoring mouthpiece needs to be initially fitted/moulded to your mouth and when worn, it acts by keeping the mouth and tongue in the correct position and stopping the vibration. There are two types of stop snoring mouthpieces, one you can mould to fit yourself and the other has to be fitted by a dentist. This "mandibular advancement device" actually moves the jaw and tongue forward by between 0 and 12mm (depending on the specific device), raising the soft palate and thus preventing any blockage of the airways that could lead to snoring.
If you have false teeth, gum disease or any mandibular joint dysfunction you should always take professional advice first. If buying a self-fitting device watch for whether or not any sideways movement is accommodated, and/or the ease of any possible mouth breathing as this is not possible with all devices.
There are of course other options besides the stop snoring mouthpieces. Other possibilities such as anti-snoring pillows, nasal and throat sprays, medications, exercises, or perhaps changes to the diet before you even consider surgery that is of course the most drastic option.
The remedy that works for the individual will differ according to how and why you snore. It is perhaps wise to consult a medical practitioner before you start buying any products. If you don't like the thought of putting a stop snoring mouthpiece device into your mouth all night, why not think about one of the anti-snoring pillows or another option is to consider the use of specific exercises.
it may be a surprise for you to learn that there are several types of snorer. For example, are you a "tongue based snorer" where the tongue tends to slip back and obstruct your airway. On the other hand, a "mouth breather" tends to suck in air in such a way to cause excessive vibration and this may, or may not occur because of an abnormality in the nasal passages or small nostrils that could force you to do this. If vibration is your problem, then a stop snoring mouthpiece may well work for you.
A stop snoring mouthpiece needs to be initially fitted/moulded to your mouth and when worn, it acts by keeping the mouth and tongue in the correct position and stopping the vibration. There are two types of stop snoring mouthpieces, one you can mould to fit yourself and the other has to be fitted by a dentist. This "mandibular advancement device" actually moves the jaw and tongue forward by between 0 and 12mm (depending on the specific device), raising the soft palate and thus preventing any blockage of the airways that could lead to snoring.
If you have false teeth, gum disease or any mandibular joint dysfunction you should always take professional advice first. If buying a self-fitting device watch for whether or not any sideways movement is accommodated, and/or the ease of any possible mouth breathing as this is not possible with all devices.
There are of course other options besides the stop snoring mouthpieces. Other possibilities such as anti-snoring pillows, nasal and throat sprays, medications, exercises, or perhaps changes to the diet before you even consider surgery that is of course the most drastic option.
The remedy that works for the individual will differ according to how and why you snore. It is perhaps wise to consult a medical practitioner before you start buying any products. If you don't like the thought of putting a stop snoring mouthpiece device into your mouth all night, why not think about one of the anti-snoring pillows or another option is to consider the use of specific exercises.
About the Author:
Sophie has had many years experience in living with a profound snorer! Read Sophie's story at No More Snore. You can also see what worked best for her partner here. Don't reprint this exact article. Instead, reprint a free unique content version of this same article.