{"id":81,"date":"2026-07-16T15:33:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T15:33:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/?p=81"},"modified":"2026-08-10T15:39:02","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T15:39:02","slug":"is-my-snoring-dangerous","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/is-my-snoring-dangerous\/","title":{"rendered":"Could My Snoring Be Dangerous?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_216955209-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man snoring in bed next to his wife\" class=\"wp-image-82\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.499330655957162;width:294px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_216955209-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_216955209-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_216955209-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/AdobeStock_216955209.jpg 1472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you snore, it may not bother you all that much. In fact, you probably don\u2019t even realize you\u2019re doing it. However, much like with many other sleep conditions, patients often don\u2019t know there\u2019s an issue until a sleep partner points it out. Here\u2019s a closer look at the difference between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/snoring.html\">snoring<\/a> and sleep apnea, and why it\u2019s still important to treat both!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Snoring?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snoring is caused by the air in your throat flowing past your relaxed tissues, making them vibrate. It can be both quiet and loud and is common among those who are older, overweight, or who have consumed alcohol before bed. While it can be very frustrating for those who share a bedroom with you, it is usually harmless and doesn\u2019t necessarily mean there\u2019s a sleep disorder present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conversely, sleep apnea is a sleep disorder caused by your airway collapsing during rest. This in turn makes it difficult to breathe, alerting the brain to wake you each time it happens. Unfortunately, because it can occur anywhere from five to 30 or more times an hour, this can result in a variety of dangerous side effects, including daytime sleepiness, cognitive impairment, anxiety and depression, low blood oxygen, hypertension, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can My Dentist Treat Snoring?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that when it comes to treating snoring and sleep apnea, you\u2019re not alone. In fact, your sleep dentist is pleased to offer solutions for both! A custom oral appliance can help position the airway in such a way that it reduces or eliminates snoring entirely, allowing you to breathe comfortably and silently so your sleep partner gets a good night\u2019s rest, too! For sleep apnea patients, similar devices can be made to prop the airway open so you take in adequate oxygen during rest, allowing you to sleep soundly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, just because you snore doesn\u2019t mean there\u2019s a serious problem afoot like sleep apnea. The best way to determine the root cause of your condition is to speak to a qualified dentist and schedule a sleep test for diagnosis. Then, once they know what\u2019s behind your not-so-silent nights, they can recommend appropriate treatment, such as a comfortable, custom oral appliance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Dr. Lloyd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/meet-dr-lloyd.html\">Dr. David Lloyd<\/a> earned his dental degree at the prestigious Emory University School of Dentistry. Following graduation, he accepted a position in the General Practice Residency program at a U.S. Navy laboratory in Cairo, Egypt. He is a proud, active member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the American Dental Association, and the Florida Dental Association, just to name a few. To schedule a consultation for sleep dentistry at Serene Sleep Solutions, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.serenesleepfl.com\/contact.html\">our website<\/a> or call us today at 386-253-0115.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you snore, it may not bother you all that much. In fact, you probably don\u2019t even realize you\u2019re doing it. However, much like with many other sleep conditions, patients often don\u2019t know there\u2019s an issue until a sleep partner points it out. 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