" Why do people snore ? " is an important question when you have this problem or when your bed partner has it. Snoring is caused when there are restrictions in the airway that cause any of the movable tissues along the airway path to act like instrument reeds. The noise comes from the vibration of the tissues in the throat much like a reed instrument. In a normal person, the tissues in the throat should be open and allow air to flow in and out of the lungs easily .

          The answer to " Why do people snore ? " is often that the soft palate flops against the back of the throat and when air passes from the nose and down the throat, it has to go through the blockage created by the soft palate. As the air passes through the blockage, snoring sounds are made. Other tissues along the airway path that can vibrate are the tongue, uvula, tonsillar pillars and walls lining the pharynx.

          You may ask, " Why do people snore ? ", when others don't. Most of the patients that have this problem have poor muscle tone in the tongue, soft palate and along the throat. The tissues flop around. Overweight people have excessive amounts of tissue that drops into the throat when they sleep. Many patients who snore have nasal allergies and nasal obstruction from overgrown and irritated tissues inside their noses. Some individuals have very long soft palates that can block the airway.

          If you're asking, " Why do people snore ? ", then you probably have a snoring problem. The Atlanta Dental Group PC dentists offer several treatment options and would be happy to assist you. The dentists of the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join their family of patients. Dr. Padolsky is interesting in snoring and a more serious related disorder, sleep apnea. For a consultation with this Atlanta Dentist, call 404-874-7428.