What Is Snoring?

Snoring is a condition in which breathing during sleep is not smooth,
a breathing disorder. When the airway narrows,
air passing through the airway causes vibration,
a sound is made, much like when air escapes from a balloon
It works on a principle similar to the sound made when air vibrates the neck of a balloon.

Snoring,
What is the problem?

If sleep apnea continues, you cannot get deep sleep, so
you wake up the next morning unrefreshed, feel listless all day,
there are times you feel tired. This lowers concentration at work and
not only lowers quality of life but, in severe cases, high blood pressure, stroke,
and heart disease or other cardiovascular conditions may follow, so we recommend an examination.

STEP 01

Snoring

STEP 02

Sleep Apnea

STEP 03

Leads to various health problems

Kosumi Clinic

Based on Dentist Ahn Hong-heon's 20+ years of clinical experience at EROM Dental,
a snoring and
breathing improvement treatment method.

About Kosumi

The Kosumi Clinic is EROM Dental's snoring care program.

Holding the tongue in position against the roof of the mouth,

it is a snoring aid.

which had discomforts such as changes in jaw position, bite problems and a foreign-body feeling,
Unlike conventional devices, Kosumi is worn under the tongue, so
Comfortable to wear, so beyond sleep
It is convenient to wear in daily life.

Kosumi Clinic
Treatment Process

Diagnosis

To understand the patient's condition, a questionnaire
are filled out, and a CT scan of the mouth and
We diagnose the condition of the airway.

Improving the Breathing Environment

Through consultation with the patient, what interferes with normal breathing
we analyze the factors and, to improve your breathing environment,
we guide you through the methods.

Oral Procedure

When an abnormal frenum structure makes nasal breathing difficult,
when it interferes with wearing the appliance, using a laser
a frenum procedure is performed.

Making the Kosumi Device

Customized to each patient's oral structure
An impression is taken to make the appliance.

Wearing the Appliance

We check the results of the oral procedure and
and coach you on improving your breathing. The Kosumi device
you try wearing it in your mouth, and even the smallest details
adjusted.

What Is TMD?

The temporomandibular joint is located in front of the ear, between the lower jaw and the skull,
it connects them. Between the two bones, the disc, ligaments,
and muscles work together, handling chewing and speaking.
When problems in these areas cause pain or
When functional problems occur, it is called a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD).

Symptoms of TMD

TMJ Dislocation

TMJ Arthritis

Disc Disorder

Pain & Dysfunction

Causes of TMD

It is mainly caused by a combination of poor habits, stress and other factors,
often occurs, and is sometimes caused by trauma.

Diagnosing TMD

If you have the following symptoms, you should suspect a temporomandibular joint disorder.

When moving your mouth, in the jaw joint
When noises are heard continuously

When opening your mouth wide or chewing food
When the jaw makes a sound while chewing

Pain around the ears and face
When it happens often

When the jaw dislocates frequently
When it interferes with daily life

TMJ Physical Therapy Device
Perfect healing laser

The Perfect Healing Laser TMJ physical therapy device
three functions: output laser, infrared and visible light
functions. The main function of the output laser,
through cell activation, for reducing inflammation, pain and swelling,
it can help.
In addition, after dental surgery such as implants and extractions,
it helps patients recover.

Our Approach to TMJ Treatment

Medication

medications such as anti-inflammatory painkillers and muscle relaxants
are mainly used, and usually for inflammatory joint disorders
when suspected, they may be prescribed to relieve symptoms.

Physical Therapy and Laser Therapy

A treatment that addresses both jaw joint and muscle disorders,
Depending on the patient's condition, different treatment methods and
are often used together.

Splint Therapy

A splint is a device that, for the patient's teeth grinding or clenching,
regardless of their will, excessive
relieving jaw force so the jaw joint can rest comfortably
it is a device that helps keep it in position.

Questions patients often ask before visiting

What causes snoring?

It is a sound made when the airway narrows during sleep and the surrounding tissue vibrates as air passes. It works much like the sound of air escaping from the neck of a balloon.

What happens if snoring is left untreated?

If breathing repeatedly stops during sleep, you cannot sleep deeply and may feel tired and less focused the next day. In severe cases it is known to be associated with high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, so it is a good idea to have it checked.

How can a dentist help with snoring?

After diagnosing the condition of the mouth and airway with a questionnaire and CT scan, we help improve your breathing environment with an oral appliance we make ourselves. The exact process depends on consultation and test results.

How is the oral appliance made?

It is custom-made from an impression of your mouth, and fine adjustments are made after you start wearing it.

Will wearing the appliance definitely stop my snoring?

Results vary with each person's mouth and airway structure and the cause of snoring. After examination, we recommend a method suited to your condition.

What is a temporomandibular joint disorder?

This refers to pain or dysfunction caused by problems in the temporomandibular joint, located in front of the ear, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. Because the disc, ligaments and muscles work together here, symptoms can vary widely.

What are the symptoms of TMD?

It can appear as TMJ dislocation, TMJ arthritis, disc disorder, or pain and dysfunction. A sound when opening the mouth or chewing is also a common symptom.

If my jaw makes sounds, do I need treatment right away?

If you keep hearing noises when moving your mouth, the jaw makes sounds when chewing, or pain around the ears and face keeps coming back, it is a good idea to get examined. Depending on severity, it may be monitored or need treatment.

What causes TMD?

It often results from a combination of poor habits and stress, and is sometimes caused by trauma.

I came for teeth grinding—can you check my TMJ too?

Yes, we check them together. Teeth grinding and TMJ problems sometimes occur together, so we look at both during the examination.

What is a splint?

A device worn to relieve teeth grinding or TMJ problems. In June 2026, the Chief Director gave a lecture on “Fabrication and Use of Digital Splints” at the 1st Digital Academy of the Korean Academy of Digital Dentistry.

Does the dentist have expertise in this area?

On June 13, 2026, the Chief Director spoke at the 1st Digital Academy of the Korean Academy of Digital Dentistry on “Fabrication and Use of Digital Splints.”

Can I have a consultation without an appointment?

On weekdays from 2 PM to 4 PM, you can walk in and we will check whether a consultation is possible. If a detailed examination is needed, we recommend a separate appointment.

How is the diagnosis made?

We check your symptoms with a questionnaire and diagnose the condition of your mouth and airway with a CT scan. Based on the results, we advise on the improvements needed.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the diagnosis, the appliance needed and the scope of treatment, so we give you the exact amount after consultation.

Can children also have a TMJ examination?

Not only adults—anyone can be examined if needed. Whether to proceed is explained through consultation.

People made better.
Snoring & TMJ

What Is Snoring?

Snoring,
What is the problem?

Kosumi Clinic

About Kosumi

Kosumi Clinic
Treatment Process

Diagnosis

Improving the Breathing Environment

Oral Procedure

Making the Kosumi Device

Wearing the Appliance

What Is TMD?

Symptoms of TMD

TMJ Dislocation

TMJ Arthritis

Disc Disorder

Pain & Dysfunction

Causes of TMD

Diagnosing TMD

When moving your mouth, in the jaw joint
When noises are heard continuously

When opening your mouth wide or chewing food
When the jaw makes a sound while chewing

Pain around the ears and face
When it happens often

When the jaw dislocates frequently
When it interferes with daily life

TMJ Physical Therapy Device
Perfect healing laser

Our Approach to TMJ Treatment

Medication

Physical Therapy and Laser Therapy

Splint Therapy

Questions patients often ask before visiting

Always together.
EROM Community

Online Consultation

Teeth made brighter • People made better

People made better. Snoring & TMJ

What Is Snoring?

Snoring, What is the problem?

Kosumi Clinic

About Kosumi

Kosumi Clinic Treatment Process

Diagnosis

Improving the Breathing Environment

Oral Procedure

Making the Kosumi Device

Wearing the Appliance

What Is TMD?

Symptoms of TMD

TMJ Dislocation

TMJ Arthritis

Disc Disorder

Pain & Dysfunction

Causes of TMD

Diagnosing TMD

When moving your mouth, in the jaw joint When noises are heard continuously

When opening your mouth wide or chewing food When the jaw makes a sound while chewing

Pain around the ears and face When it happens often

When the jaw dislocates frequently When it interferes with daily life

TMJ Physical Therapy Device Perfect healing laser

Our Approach to TMJ Treatment

Medication

Physical Therapy and Laser Therapy

Splint Therapy

Questions patients often ask before visiting

Always together. EROM Community

Online Consultation

Teeth made brighter • People made better

People made better.
Snoring & TMJ

Snoring,
What is the problem?

Kosumi Clinic
Treatment Process

When moving your mouth, in the jaw joint
When noises are heard continuously

When opening your mouth wide or chewing food
When the jaw makes a sound while chewing

Pain around the ears and face
When it happens often

When the jaw dislocates frequently
When it interferes with daily life

TMJ Physical Therapy Device
Perfect healing laser

Always together.
EROM Community