Can you get an operation to stop snoring?

Can you get an operation to stop snoring?

What is the snoring surgery procedure? Laser assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) is a snoring treatment procedure that is performed under local anaesthetic in-clinic. The procedure involves using a laser to remove the edges of the soft palate and uvula to reduce the size and remove excess tissue from the throat.

What procedures stop snoring?

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) To eliminate snoring and prevent sleep apnea, your doctor may recommend a device called a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. A CPAP machine delivers just enough air pressure to a mask to keep your upper airway passages open, preventing snoring and sleep apnea.

Can uvula be cut off?

Why might it have to be removed? Uvula removal is done with a procedure called an uvulectomy. This removes all or part of the uvula. It’s usually done to treat snoring or some of the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

How much does snore surgery cost?

Snoring Surgery Costs Surgery is usually covered when your snoring is caused by a diagnosable medical condition, like obstructive sleep apnea. With insurance, snoring surgery may cost several hundred to several thousand dollars. Without insurance, it may cost up to $10,000.

What is the pillar procedure?

The Pillar Procedure is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive treatment for snoring and mild to moderate sleep apnea. During the procedure, small woven implants are placed in the soft palate, stiffening the palate and reducing vibration that can cause snoring.

How long does uvula surgery take?

You will get both a topical and injected local anesthetic in the back of your mouth to prevent you from feeling pain. To do an uvulectomy, your doctor will use radiofrequency energy or an electric current to remove your uvula. The whole procedure takes about 5 to 10 minutes.

Why is UPPP surgery so painful?

It aims to increase the space required for obstruction-free breathing in OSA. You may have stitches in the back of your throat. This part is sensitive; therefore, the surgery may result in relatively more pain after you recover from the anesthesia. You will experience pain while eating and talking.

What should I know about uvuloplasty surgery?

What you should know. Uvuloplasty (u-vew-lo-plah-stee) is surgery to take out the uvula (u-vew-luh). The uvula is the small bit of flesh dangling down in the back of the throat. This surgery is called LASUP for short when a laser is used to do the surgery. Your tonsils may also be taken out if they have not already been removed.

What is a uvula removal?

Uvula removal is done with a procedure called an uvulectomy. This removes all or part of the uvula. It’s usually done to treat snoring or some of the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). When you sleep, your uvula vibrates. If you have an especially large or long uvula, it can vibrate enough to make you snore.

What is a uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)?

Your doctor might recommend an uvulectomy if you have a large uvula that interferes with your sleep or breathing. More often, the uvula is partially removed as part of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP). This is the main surgery used to shrink the palate and clear the blockage in OSA. UPPP removes excess tissue from the soft palate and pharynx.

What is uvuloplasty and how does it help snoring?

First things first: your uvula is that “bell” in the back of your throat that sometimes moves when you swallow or speak. Some people’s uvula might be enlarged or elongated, which can cause certain health issues. Uvuloplasty is a procedure aimed to decrease or eliminate snoring and reduce gasping from mild sleep apnea.