If tonsillar hypertrophy or adenoid hypertrophy is more severe, the tonsils or adenoids can be surgically removed, for example.
For snoring caused by misaligned jaw deformities or abnormal jaw development due to prolonged mouth breathing in children, orthodontic treatment can be used by the dentist to alleviate the problem, which may require treatment with the appropriate orthodontic appliance.
For those with a primary condition causing nasal congestion, prompt diagnosis and treatment of the primary condition, such as colds and allergic rhinitis, nasal sprays such as decongestants and corticosteroids are used to relieve nasal congestion, taking care to avoid overdosing and consulting a doctor if necessary.