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Let\u2019s be honest: there\u2019s nothing like a snoring partner to sabotage a good night\u2019s sleep.<\/a><\/strong> If you\u2019re tired of counting sheep or even plotting mildly violent revenge just to make it through the night, then you’re not alone.<\/p>\n

But don\u2019t rush to another room just yet. There are practical ways to stop your partner\u2019s snoring, and some of them are easier than you might think.<\/p>\n

A Simple Solution That Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n

First off, here’s a classic tip making the rounds, courtesy of a nurse anesthetist. To stop your partner’s snoring, she swears by one simple move: keep their mouth closed. It sounds almost too simple, right?<\/p>\n

But Dr. Sermed Mezher, a general practitioner in London, assures us that this trick can “significantly improve the quality of sleep.”<\/em><\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re wondering if taping your partner\u2019s mouth shut is medically endorsed, well, maybe just a little in theory. However, proceed with common sense.<\/p>\n

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Why Do People Actually Snore?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Snoring happens when airflow gets partially blocked while sleeping. That blockage creates turbulence and as a result, your own in-home bear growl. By closing the mouth, the tongue and lower jaw move in a way that opens your airway, reducing the vibrations that cause that glorious snoring symphony. Dr. Mezher breaks it down: more room for air, less drama at 2 a.m.<\/p>\n

Dr. G\u00e9rald Kierzek agrees, and he points out a few behaviors that up your chances of snoring. Had a nightcap<\/strong>? Took a sleeping pill<\/strong>? Had a puff before turning in<\/strong>? All of these make snoring more likely.<\/p>\n

According to Kierzek, \u201cWe snore simply because the air doesn’t pass properly. This creates pressure on the airways.\u201d<\/em> Basically, lifestyle choices matter a lot if you want to stop your partner’s snoring.<\/p>\n

More Ways to Stop Your Partner\u2019s Snoring<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Of course, you probably don\u2019t want to spend all night nudging your partner\u2019s chin up and down. Thankfully, there are several gadgets and life hacks available.<\/p>\n

Dr. Mezher suggests trying a mandibular advancement device, which gently moves the jaw forward to stabilize the airway. There are also pillows designed to keep your head in the right position, nasal strips, and even anti-snoring mouthpieces.<\/p>\n

But you don\u2019t have to stop there. Dr. Kierzek shares his top tips to stop your partner\u2019s snoring beyond mouth management:<\/p>\n