Millions of men and women have more than the occasional nightly snore; they snore nightly and sometimes through the entire night. Snoring can turn an otherwise good night’s sleep into a night of tossing and turning for everyone in the near vicinity. If you are a snorer and want to seek relief right now, you may turn to over-the-counter Snoring Aids. What are a few of your options?
Snoring Pillow: It has been noted by many medical professionals that men and women who sleep on their backs are more likely to snore at night. Instead, side sleeping is recommended, but this can be a difficult change to adjust to. This is where a snoring pillow comes in; the pillow resembles a ramp and it should have firm contours that are comfortable to sleep with, but designed to prevent you from rolling over on your back.
A Snoring Ball – One look and a snoring ball looks like nothing more than a home-made contraption and it is, but it is one that produces results. Since sleeping on your back increases your risk of snoring, you want to sleep on your side. The problem comes from the fact that many individuals can roll onto their back in their sleep without even noticing. A snoring ball changes this because a ball is attached to your shirt and you will notice discomfort when your roll onto your back, alerting you to the fact you need to adjust your sleep position.
Dental Mouthpiece: These stop snoring aids are one of your more expensive options, but they tend to produce the best, long-term results. With a dental mouthpiece that is commonly referred to as a snoring mouthpiece or a mandibular advancement splint, the position of your jaw is adjusted. This will either prevent your throat muscles from relaxing so much that they block your airways or it will keep your tongue in the correct position to prevent it from falling back and blocking your windpipe. Made from soft and flexible plastic, these devices are very comfortable and available through your dentist or on-line without a prescription.
A Snoring Spray: These products work to treat snoring by stopping the main cause of it. When you snore, your throat muscles relax to the point they restrict the airway and then vibrate to produce that ever-noticeable snoring sound. These over-the-counter products contain an ingredient that shrinks the tissues, which reduces or completely eliminates the vibration of them against the back of the throat. These nasal sprays are not recommended for children, but are safe to use provided you follow all instructions.
A Nasal Strip: Also commonly referred to as a snoring strip, they are one of the most popular snoring aids. They are typically constructed of one or two plastic bands that have a sticky, adhesive backing. By positioning one of these strips as directed onto your nose, the adhesive backing will attempt to straighten the strip. This results in the sides of your nose being lifted up, which opens your airways better to the throat and lungs.
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