Snoring is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be disruptive to both the person snoring and their partner, leading to restless nights and frustration. But what actually causes snoring, and how can you reduce it? Let's take a closer look.
What Causes Snoring?
The primary cause of snoring is the vibration of relaxed tissues in the throat, often triggered by the tongue falling back during sleep. When you sleep, your tongue, throat, and airway muscles relax. For many people, the tongue shifts backward, partially blocking the airway and making it harder for air to pass through smoothly. This obstruction causes the surrounding tissues to vibrate, producing the sound we recognize as snoring. Several factors contribute to this airway obstruction:
- Mouth and Throat Anatomy – People with a thick soft palate, enlarged tonsils, or a long uvula may have a narrower airway, increasing the likelihood of snoring.
- Sleeping Position – Sleeping on your back can cause the tongue to fall backward, partially blocking airflow.
- Nasal Congestion – Allergies, colds, or a deviated septum can make nasal breathing difficult, leading to mouth breathing, which often results in snoring.
- Obesity – Excess weight, particularly around the neck, can put pressure on the airway, making it more prone to collapse.
- Alcohol and Sedatives – These substances relax the muscles in the throat even more, increasing the risk of airway obstruction.
- Aging – As we get older, muscle tone in the throat decreases, which can contribute to snoring.
How to Reduce Snoring
While snoring is common, the good news is that there are several ways to minimize or eliminate it. Here are some effective strategies:
- Use an Anti-Snoring Device
Mouthpieces designed to reposition the jaw and tongue can help keep the airway open. Zyppah, for example, is a hybrid mouthpiece that stabilizes the tongue and advances the jaw slightly, reducing snoring effectively. - Sleep on Your Side
Changing your sleep position can make a big difference. Sleeping on your side prevents your tongue from falling back into your airway, reducing the chances of obstruction. - Maintain a Healthy Weight
If excess weight is contributing to your snoring, losing even a few pounds can help reduce pressure on your airway and improve breathing during sleep. - Keep Your Nasal Passages Clear
If you suffer from nasal congestion, using a saline rinse, decongestants, or nasal strips can help open up your nasal passages and encourage easier breathing through the nose. - Avoid Alcohol and Sedatives Before Bed
Reducing alcohol intake, especially in the evening, and avoiding sedative medications unless prescribed by a doctor can help keep your throat muscles from relaxing too much during sleep. - Stay Hydrated
Dry throat tissues can increase the likelihood of snoring. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day can help keep your airway lubricated and reduce vibrations. - Develop a Consistent Sleep Routine
Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day helps regulate your body's sleep cycle. A well-rested body maintains better muscle tone in the throat, reducing the risk of snoring.
Final Thoughts
Snoring can be a frustrating problem, but understanding its causes and implementing the right solutions can lead to quieter, more restful nights. While there are many methods to reduce snoring, Zyppah stands out as the most effective solution. By combining both tongue stabilization and jaw advancement, it directly addresses the root cause of snoring, ensuring optimal airflow and a peaceful sleep. If snoring is affecting your sleep quality or your partner’s, choosing Zyppah is the best step toward lasting relief and better rest for everyone.
Why Zyppah works
Zyppah is the only snoring solution to directly address the tongue with its patented "Seatbelt for the Tongue" by not letting your tongue fall backward. Designed by Dr. Jonathan Greenburg, a bioengineer and dentist renowned for his snoring and sleep treatment expertise, Zyppah offers a unique combination of a mandibular advancement device with a stabilizing band for the tongue.
Tongue Stabilization
ZYPPAH’s unique hybrid design includes a patented tongue strap that gently holds the tongue in place, preventing it from blocking the airway during sleep.
Mandibular Advancement
The device slightly advances the lower jaw to keep the airway open, reducing soft tissue collapse that causes snoring.
Enhanced Airflow
By addressing both tongue positioning and jaw alignment, ZYPPAH ensures unobstructed airflow, promoting quieter, more restful sleep.
ZYPPAH Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece
$99.95 $129.95
(4.9 stars) • Over 500k sold
The ONLY custom-fitted, anti-snoring device with a patented tongue strap. ZYPPAH moves your lower jaw forward and gently holds your tongue in place, preventing snoring.
FDA Cleared
91% Effective
Money Back Guarantee
FSA/HSA Approved
ZYPPAH Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece
$99.95 $129.95
(4.9 stars) • Over 500k sold
The ONLY custom-fitted, anti-snoring device with a patented tongue strap. ZYPPAH moves your lower jaw forward and gently holds your tongue in place, preventing snoring.
FDA Cleared
91% Effective
Money Back Guarantee
FSA/HSA Approved
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Frequently Asked Questions
ZYPPAH is the only anti-snoring mouthpiece to work two ways instead of just one. While everyone else works by bringing your lower jaw forward, which ZYPPAH does as well, the massive ZYPPAH success rate is because of our patented "Seatbelt for the Tongue". The "Seatbelt for the Tongue" is why we are 91% successful while our competitors are not even close. It is also the reason, that with some of our customers, they initially struggle with getting comfortable. That's because the ZYPPAH is actually doing something to stop your snoring. But we have proven with hundreds of thousands of customers that you, just like them, can and will be successful. But sometimes patience is necessary to get success. It is why we have the best customer service team specially trained to make sure your snoring is stopped.
ZYPPAH works on the first night for almost everyone. You would expect that because it is proven to be 91% successful. If it doesn’t work for you immediately, our amazing customer service team has over a decade of experience ensuring you are one of our 91% successful customers. If you truly want to stop your snoring, there is nothing even close.
You are looking here because you obviously want to stop snoring. Why would you buy a mouthpiece with a 15%-45% success rate when you could buy a ZYPPAH with a proven 91% success rate?
Why do you think everyone else offers a 30 day guarantee and we offer a 91 day guarantee? Because when you only work 25-45% you want to cut off quickly the time they have to return your product. When you are 91% successful, we are not worried about you returning it because we know it will work for you. Therefore we will give you as long as you need so we can help you be successful. If you are struggling, make sure to watch our video and call our amazing customer service team who will get you successful.
Absolutely. ZYPPAH was designed and developed by Dr. Greenburg who is one of the foremost experts in treating snoring and sleep apnea. He is also a biomedical engineer. He spent thousands of hours developing and improving the ZYPPAH mouthpiece to what it is today. So yes, it is safe and it is also incredibly effective.
It is also why ZYPPAH is the only mouthpiece that has done a clinical trial to prove it is both safe and effective. That trial demonstrated a 91% success rate at stopping snoring and a 100% safety result. This trial was then published in a peer reviewed medical journal for all to see (none of our competitors have done any clinical trials to prove safety or effectiveness).
ZYPPAH works on the first night for about 70%. If it doesn't work for you the first night, make sure to watch the video and it will take an additional one night to two weeks, but we will get you there. If you are struggling, make sure to call our fantastic customer service team as we are successful with 91 out of 100 customers. We will get you successful.
