About 67% of the population snore, about 80% of them have sleep apnea. What is behind this?

Snoring is a problem not only for the snorer, but also for his loved ones. Most people consider snoring to be something that shouldn’t be taken too seriously. Loud, deafening snoring can strain the relationship between a man and a woman at best
or children, but regular snoring can also be a signal of a health problem, for example disturbed sleep, lack of concentration, decreased libido, psycho-social disorders, irritability and sleep apnea leading to daytime sleepiness, morning headaches, mood swings , sexual disorders, short-term memory loss and hallucinations. It has been proven that sleep apnea multiplies the risk of heart attack or stroke.

Why do we snore?

Snoring occurs when air cannot pass freely between the nose and mouth during sleep. This happens because of a narrowing of the airways, which causes the tissues to vibrate and produce sound. In more severe cases, the airway can become blocked, a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea. There are a number of factors responsible for snoring: age, sinus disorders, obesity, alcohol, medication and sleeping position.

How do we treat snoring?

We are proud to present you the newest laser therapy against snoring and sleep apnea in Bulgaria, NightLase®. It is a patented, painless, fast and non-invasive method that increases the quality and comfort of sleep. NightLase® limits sleep apnea conditions and reduces the force of snoring through the use of a mild, superficial Er:Yag laser beam that heats and shrinks tissue, elevates the soft palate and uvula, and opens the airway. The therapy itself takes place in 2 steps.

Step 1: Preparation: the laser beam heats the tissues

Step 2: Tighten the tissues: the laser beam tightens the tissues.

The duration of the procedure is about 30 minutes. There is no recovery period. After the procedure, you can immediately carry out your daily activities. You may feel a slight sore throat the next morning, which passes very quickly. The full course of treatment consists of 3 procedures within 6 weeks. The effect lasts for more than a year, and after this period it is usually desirable to do one therapy between 12-18 months.

Before procedure                                                                         After the first procedure