Know More About Snoring and Sleep Apnea -  Coastal Ear Nose & Throat
                     Know More About  
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Coastal Ear Nose & Throat
Know More About Snoring and Sleep  
Apnea
At Coastal ENT, we provide comprehensive sleep services starting from diagnosis, to both 
medical  and surgical treatment. We are performing the latest procedures on those who fail 
CPAP medical  therapy, championed by Dr. Kenneth Newkirk.
Sleep Study CPAP Therapy
Diagnostic Polysomnography Gold Standard
Airway Surgery Inspire Implant
Uvulupalatopharyngoplasty Hypoglossal Nerve 
(UPP) Stimulator
Know M ore About
Snoring
Snoring is the sound created by vibrations of the soft palate when breathing is partially 
obstructed  during sleep. Snoring is often a sign that the airway is partially blocked, usually by 
soft tissue in the  throat. The flow of air causes the soft tissue to vibrate, which generates noise 
from the mouth or  nose. While snoring is a common and usually harmless condition, it may 
sometimes indicate a  serious health problem. Loud and habitual snoring can disrupt sleep and 
be irritating. Snoring is  more common in men than women and occurs more often in older 
people and those who are  overweight. Snoring that disrupts sleep may cause excessive daytime 
sleepiness and difficulty  concentrating. Heavy snorers, especially those that experience gasping 
or choking, may suffer from  sleep apnea, a condition where snoring is frequently interrupted by 
periods of completely  obstructed breathing.
Know More About Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that involves repeated breathing interruptions 
during  sleep. These interruptions may occur hundreds of times each night, and may be the 
result of  structural abnormalities or brain malfunctions. During normal breathing, air 
passes through  the nose, past the flexible structures in the back of the throat, including the 
soft palate, uvula  and tongue. When a person is awake, the muscles hold this airway open. 
When they are asleep,  these muscles relax and the airway usually stays open. Sleep apnea 
occurs when the upper  airway and airflow are blocked, causing the oxygen levels to drop in 
both in the brain and the  blood, resulting in shallow breathing or breathing pauses during 
sleep.
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How Is Sleep Apnea Treated?
For some of our patients at Coastal Ear, Nose & Throat, conservative treatment options could start with lifestyle  
changes, such as losing weight, limiting alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking. These could provide 
sufficient  relief, but it is more likely that more involved treatments will be necessary. These are two common 
non-surgical  treatments:
CPAP
The next step up from oral appliance therapy would be continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). CPAP is a  
breathing system that uses air pressure to keep the upper airway passages open. The patient wears a mask over 
his  or her nose during sleep. The mask creates air pressure that is somewhat greater than the air pressure in 
the  bedroom, and this difference in pressure keeps the airway open. The problem with CPAP, however, is that 
some  people find it difficult to sleep with the tubes and mask. This can lead to a low compliance rate.
Oral Appliance Therapy
In some patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy can be successful. This  
involves fitting and ordering a custom-made mouthpiece for the patient to wear while sleeping. The mouthpiece 
is  similar to a sports mouth guard. It supports the jaw in a forward position to help keep the airway open. 
Currently,  there are over 100 FDA-approved oral appliances, and we help our patients find the option that is 
best for them.
Know About Surgical 
 Treatment
If conservative treatment is unsuccessful in treating sleep 
 apnea, there are other options available. Individuals 
who  suffer from severe cases of sleep apnea that may 
lead to  serious medical conditions, may benefit from 
surgery. The  goal of most surgical procedures is to 
remove the excess  tissue from the nose or throat and 
open upper air passages  to facilitate breathing.
Know About Inspire Implant
Inspire works inside your body while you sleep. It’s a small device placed during a same-day, outpatient 
procedure.  When you’re ready for bed, simply click the remote to turn Inspire on. While you sleep, Inspire opens 
your airway,  allowing you to breathe normally and sleep peacefully. Our Head & Neck surgery expert Dr. 
Kenneth Newkirk, is  one of the few surgeons in the state who performs this cutting edge and quality of life 
saving procedure.
How does it work?
Sleep apnea is caused by upper airway collapse, often when the back of the tongue falls back into the throat. 
This
device gives just enough stimulation to the nerve that controls the tongue, that it prevents this collapse when 
you  inspire.
How is the procedure performed?
There is a small incision placed in the neck to find the nerve and another 
over  the chest. The implant is placed in a skin pocket similar to a 
pacemaker.
What happens after?
Once you have recovered from surgery, then we titrate the stimulation 
to  effect, with a convenient remote control.
Contact Us
Coastal Ear, Nose and Coastal Ear, Nose and Coastal Ear, Nose and
Throat  Throat  Throat  
Address: 3700 Route 33 Address: 1301 Route Address: 100 Commons
Neptune, NJ 72 Way #210
07753 Unit 340 Holmdel, NJ 
(732) 280-7855 Manahawkin, 07733
(main) NJ 08050 (732) 280-7855
(732) 280-7815 (609) 978- (732)-280-7815
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