Habitual Snoring
Persistent snoring that affects the patient or sleeping partner.
Wellness
Sleep & Snoring
Physician-led evaluation for snoring concerns, including NightLase® as a non-surgical Fotona laser option for selected patients.
Start With the Symptom
Snoring is common. The reason still matters.
NightLase® is a Fotona laser treatment used for selected snoring concerns. It is not a substitute for appropriate evaluation when symptoms raise concern for obstructive sleep apnea or another sleep disorder.
Sleep Quality
Questions about whether snoring is part of broader poor-quality sleep.
Daytime Symptoms
Excessive sleepiness or other symptoms may warrant a broader medical sleep evaluation.
Witnessed Breathing Pauses
Possible apnea symptoms require appropriate medical evaluation rather than relying on a cosmetic-wellness treatment page.
Non-Surgical Options
Selected patients may want to understand whether NightLase® is appropriate to discuss.
Prior Sleep Evaluation
Existing diagnoses or treatments should be reviewed before planning care.
Physician Evaluation
NightLase® should be considered in the right context.
Snoring can have different causes. The page should make clear that treatment selection depends on history, symptoms, anatomy, and whether additional sleep evaluation is indicated.
Snoring patternFrequency, severity, duration, and impact on sleep quality.
Sleep-apnea warning symptomsWitnessed pauses, gasping, excessive daytime sleepiness, or other concerns that may need further evaluation.
Relevant medical historyConditions, medications, prior sleep testing, CPAP or oral-appliance history, and other treatment.
Anatomic suitabilityWhether the area targeted by NightLase® appears relevant to the snoring concern.
Expectations & follow-upUnderstanding that response varies and reassessment is part of the plan.
Treatment Pricing
Sleep & Snoring pricing is personalized to your plan.
Pricing depends on the service, visit needs, and your individualized plan. Your provider will review final pricing during your consultation.
Pre-Treatment & Post-Treatment Care
Sleep & Snoring pre / post treatment instructions.
Before Your Treatment
- Follow all individualized instructions provided by your Lenox provider before your visit.
- Bring an updated list of medications, supplements, relevant conditions, and recent procedures to your consultation.
- Share any new symptoms, health concerns, or changes in your medical history with your provider.
- Complete any required consultation, screening, or treatment planning before your appointment.
After Your Treatment
- Follow the personalized aftercare and follow-up instructions provided by your Lenox provider.
- Take care of the treated or evaluated area as directed by your provider.
- Resume normal activities, products, or other treatments according to provider guidance.
- Contact Lenox if you experience an unexpected or concerning reaction.
Instructions vary by treatment and patient. Your Lenox provider will explain the appropriate pre- and post-treatment care for your plan.
Snoring treatment should not replace evaluation of possible sleep apnea.
If symptoms suggest obstructive sleep apnea or another sleep disorder, appropriate medical evaluation comes first. NightLase® may be discussed for selected snoring concerns when candidacy is appropriate.
Simple FAQ
Common questions about NightLase®.
What is NightLase®?
NightLase® is a Fotona Er:YAG laser treatment used for selected snoring concerns. It targets soft tissue in the oral cavity without surgical incisions.
Does NightLase® treat sleep apnea?
This page should not present NightLase® as a replacement for medical evaluation or established treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Symptoms concerning for apnea require appropriate assessment.
How many sessions are needed?
Final session recommendations should be confirmed by the treating physician based on the patient and the protocol being used.
Is there downtime?
NightLase® is described by Fotona as minimally invasive, but individual experience and post-treatment instructions should be reviewed before treatment.
Who should start with a sleep evaluation rather than NightLase®?
Patients with witnessed breathing pauses, significant daytime sleepiness, gasping/choking during sleep, or other symptoms concerning for sleep apnea should discuss appropriate medical evaluation.
Next Step
Start with the snoring concern. Make sure the right problem is being treated.
A consultation can help determine whether NightLase® is appropriate to discuss or whether broader sleep evaluation should come first.