Surgery As a Treatment For Sleep Apnea
Somnoplasty - How Does It Work?
Recently a new method of treatment has been developed - somnoplasty: Somn - sleep. Plasty - surgical repair. So somnoplasty means using surgery to improve sleep. But this is a different kind of surgery, one that doesn't require a knife.
Recently a new method of treatment has been developed - somnoplasty: Somn - sleep. Plasty - surgical repair. So somnoplasty means using surgery to improve sleep. But this is a different kind of surgery, one that doesn't require a knife.
Somnoplasy - How Does It Work?
Somno: sleep. Plasty: surgical repair/ But this is surgery with a difference. No knife is involved.
Somno: sleep. Plasty: surgical repair/ But this is surgery with a difference. No knife is involved.
Tracheostomy
There are various surgical procedures available for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Removal of enlarged tonsils and adenoids often helps as does reconstruction or shortening of the soft palate and uvula. Another method of treatment by surgery is the tracheostomy. In this method, an incision is made into the trachea or windpipe and a tube is inserted through this opening. Instead of the usual method of breathing through the nose or mouth, the patient now breathes through this tube.
There are various surgical procedures available for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Removal of enlarged tonsils and adenoids often helps as does reconstruction or shortening of the soft palate and uvula. Another method of treatment by surgery is the tracheostomy. In this method, an incision is made into the trachea or windpipe and a tube is inserted through this opening. Instead of the usual method of breathing through the nose or mouth, the patient now breathes through this tube.
The Pillar Procedure
Restore Medical offers a breakthrough treatment for sleep-related breathing disorders - the Pillar Procedure. The Pillar Procedure compares favorable with more invasive surgical procedures LAUP (laser assisted uvulopalatoplasty) and UPPP (uvulopalatopharyngoplasty.) People may well prefer it to the use of CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure,) especially those who find it difficult to sleep wearing the prescribed mask.
Restore Medical offers a breakthrough treatment for sleep-related breathing disorders - the Pillar Procedure. The Pillar Procedure compares favorable with more invasive surgical procedures LAUP (laser assisted uvulopalatoplasty) and UPPP (uvulopalatopharyngoplasty.) People may well prefer it to the use of CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure,) especially those who find it difficult to sleep wearing the prescribed mask.
Laser Surgery for Sleep Apnea
Laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) uses lasers to remove soft tissue from the throats of sleep apnea victims but the scar tissue that forms may pose even more of a problem.
Laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) uses lasers to remove soft tissue from the throats of sleep apnea victims but the scar tissue that forms may pose even more of a problem.
Herbs and Surgery
Many people use herbal remedies. A new study reveals that this may be dangerous when mixed with surgery. If you are taking any herbal medication or dietary supplements, be sure to let your physician know, especially if you are slated for surgery.
Many people use herbal remedies. A new study reveals that this may be dangerous when mixed with surgery. If you are taking any herbal medication or dietary supplements, be sure to let your physician know, especially if you are slated for surgery.
Somnoplasty - How Does It Work?
Somno: sleep. Plasty: surgical repair. But this is surgery with a difference. No knife is involved. Instead, it's done using radio frequency energy to reduce excess tissue.
Somno: sleep. Plasty: surgical repair. But this is surgery with a difference. No knife is involved. Instead, it's done using radio frequency energy to reduce excess tissue.
Tracheostomy. Is It for You?
A new tube-free tracheostomy has been developed that allows the patient to speak and cough without having to plug a tube. It also permits the use of the sense of smell.
A new tube-free tracheostomy has been developed that allows the patient to speak and cough without having to plug a tube. It also permits the use of the sense of smell.
Is Surgery the Answer?
There are many surgical procedures available for use in the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. could one of these help you?
There are many surgical procedures available for use in the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. could one of these help you?
Somnoplasy Effective on Treating OSA
According to a study published in December's issue of Sleep and Breathing, tongue base reduction with temperature controlled radiofrequency energy was effective in treating obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) after two treatment sessions.
According to a study published in December's issue of Sleep and Breathing, tongue base reduction with temperature controlled radiofrequency energy was effective in treating obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) after two treatment sessions.
Mandibular advancement device
A mandibular advancement device reduces apneas and improves sleep quality in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, especially in those with mild and moderate disease.
A mandibular advancement device reduces apneas and improves sleep quality in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, especially in those with mild and moderate disease.
Laser Surgery For Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Standard LAUP treatment done in most centers requires three to five treatments to slowly shrink the floppy palate. No tissue specimen is actually removed;
Standard LAUP treatment done in most centers requires three to five treatments to slowly shrink the floppy palate. No tissue specimen is actually removed;
Effects of Treatment
This shows the effects of various methods of treatment. Included are ten Case Studies.
This shows the effects of various methods of treatment. Included are ten Case Studies.
LAUP for Snoring
Laser assisted uvulopalatoplasty is primarily intended to treat bothersome snoring that is a significant social or marital problem.
Laser assisted uvulopalatoplasty is primarily intended to treat bothersome snoring that is a significant social or marital problem.
LAUP: Laser-Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty
This procedure reduces and reshapes the uvula and posterior soft palate in order to enlarge the oropharyngeal airway by trimming and reshaping the uvula and posterior soft palate.
This procedure reduces and reshapes the uvula and posterior soft palate in order to enlarge the oropharyngeal airway by trimming and reshaping the uvula and posterior soft palate.
Mike's Trach Page
Mike underwent tracheostomy surgery to treat severe obstructive sleep apnea. On these pages you can read his and his wife's stories.
Mike underwent tracheostomy surgery to treat severe obstructive sleep apnea. On these pages you can read his and his wife's stories.
Sleep Apnea and Same Day Surgery
It is well known that sleep apnea can be a complicating factor in the administration of general anesthesia.
It is well known that sleep apnea can be a complicating factor in the administration of general anesthesia.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, or the nose job, is any surgery done to change the shape of the nose. Rhinoplasty may be done for cosmetic reasons or functional reasons such as to improve nasal breathing.
Rhinoplasty, or the nose job, is any surgery done to change the shape of the nose. Rhinoplasty may be done for cosmetic reasons or functional reasons such as to improve nasal breathing.
Snore Net
An in-office procedure using a laser has been hailed as a new way to treat snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea.
An in-office procedure using a laser has been hailed as a new way to treat snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea.
Snoring Surgery
An overview of the different methods used to counteract the underlying conditions behind your snoring.
An overview of the different methods used to counteract the underlying conditions behind your snoring.
Treatment Options for Snoring and Sleep Apnea
There are several options for the treatment of these conditions, including various surgical procedures.
There are several options for the treatment of these conditions, including various surgical procedures.
(Uvulopalatophary) UPPP
UPPP is a surgical procedure to alleviate sleep disorder symptoms such as sleep apnea and snoring. It is sometimes done using laser surgery.
UPPP is a surgical procedure to alleviate sleep disorder symptoms such as sleep apnea and snoring. It is sometimes done using laser surgery.
What is Otolaryngology?
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is the specialty concerned with the medical and surgical treatment of the ears, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck.
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is the specialty concerned with the medical and surgical treatment of the ears, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck.
Radiofrequency Therapy
Sufferers of chronic nasal obstruction, people whose constant congestion forces them to breathe out of their mouths and hinders the simple acts of sleeping, eating and breathing, have promising news about a treatment that may alleviate their symptoms.
Sufferers of chronic nasal obstruction, people whose constant congestion forces them to breathe out of their mouths and hinders the simple acts of sleeping, eating and breathing, have promising news about a treatment that may alleviate their symptoms.