Sometimes, a surgery to stop snoring may be necessary. These operations are performed using surgical techniques. One such procedure is somnoplasty, which uses heat energy to change tissues. This procedure is done in an office setting under local anesthesia. People with sleep apnea should not undergo this procedure.
Results of snore operations
Snoring can be treated by a number of surgical procedures. Surgical procedures are effective in most cases and can reduce or eliminate snoring. Some procedures can improve the sound quality and shrink the soft palate. This reduces the likelihood of snoring. There are many factors that can affect the results of a Snoring Operation.
Recent research has shown that minimally invasive surgery can reduce the amount of snoring. The results for patients suffering from sleep apnea are not encouraging. Patients often want minimally invasive surgery to stop their snoring, despite the lack of evidence.
MMA surgery
MMA surgery can reduce snoring and improve sleep quality. Radiofrequency energy is used to create controlled lesions in the soft tissue that cause obstruction. The scarring reduces the volume of flappy tissue and stiffens the remaining tissue. This can be done in various areas of the nasal airway, including the soft palette, the base and the tongue. It can be done under local anesthesia.
The success rate of MMA surgery is very high. Within two to three week, patients can return to normal functioning. A skilled and experienced surgeon is required for this procedure.
Laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty
Laser-assisted oral uvulopalatoplasty or LAUP is a surgical procedure used to address the underlying causes behind loud and repetitive snoring. It is performed under local pain relief and uses a CO2 laser in order to open up the airway. It is not effective at eliminating all types snoring but LAUP has shown promising results with reducing the severity upper airway resistance syndrome.
LAUP involves a single-stage procedure that is performed under local anaesthesia. The procedure is carried out by an experienced ENT surgeon. The patient is asked to sit in a comfortable position, while protecting his eyes with protective eyeglasses. First, the surgeon sprays 10% of the lidocaine solution on the base and palate. Additionally, the surgeon injects 2% mepivacaine on each side of the base. The laser is then connected to the patient’s mouth using a handpiece. This is a common surgery procedure. A "backstop" prevents the laser damaging the posterior of the pharynx.
Ruhrpumpen surgery
In many patients, lifestyle changes and medications are not enough to cure their snoring. In these cases, Ruhrpumpen surgery may be the only option. This radiofrequency energy procedure creates controlled lesions in the soft tissues. These scars close the airway, strengthening the surrounding tissue. The procedure is possible in many different areas, including the soft palate, base of tongue, and other parts of the airway. Local anesthesia is used to perform the procedure.
This surgery may be beneficial for patients who suffer from severe or persistent snoring. The procedure involves the removal of excess soft tissue in the throat and sometimes the uvula. Although it has been used for decades to treat chronic snoring, new techniques are being created to improve the results.