SNORING

This study tested whether a special oral appliance called myTAP, combined with a mouth shield and deep dental cleaning, can reduce gum disease in people who snore and breathe through their mouth. 43 adults with mild to moderate gum disease completed the 12-week trial. The device …

This study tested two simple treatments for snoring in people with mild sleep apnea: low-level laser therapy applied to the mouth and soft palate, and oropharyngeal exercises (like tongue and throat workouts). 180 adults aged 40-55 took part. The goal was to see which approach re…

This study looked at whether surgery to fix a blocked nose can improve snoring and sleep apnea in adults. Thirty people with nasal obstruction and sleep apnea had surgery. The main goal was to see if their breathing pauses during sleep (measured by the apnea-hypopnea index) got b…

This study tested a special water bottle nozzle designed to strengthen mouth and tongue muscles while you drink. 43 adults with mild to moderate sleep apnea used the nozzle daily for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in sleep quality, snoring, and apnea severity to see if thi…

This study tested a steroid nasal spray (mometasone furoate) in 130 children aged 3-12 who snore and have sleep-disordered breathing. The goal was to see if the spray could relieve symptoms enough to avoid surgery to remove tonsils or adenoids. Children used the spray daily for 6…

This study looked at how well smartphone apps and a special ring (Belun Ring) can measure sleep quality in adults getting braces or other orthodontic treatment. 52 people from Case Western Reserve University's dental clinic took part. They answered sleep questionnaires and used t…