Sometimes, a snore surgery may be necessary to end the condition. These operations can only be done using surgical techniques. One such procedure is somnoplasty, which uses heat energy to change tissues. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting. This is not recommended for those suffering from sleep apnea.
Results of the snore procedure
Snoring can be treated with a variety of surgical procedures. Most cases of snoring can be treated with surgical procedures. Some procedures can increase the noise level and reduce the size or soft palate. These factors contribute to snoring. There are many factors that can affect the results of a Snoring Operation.
Recent studies show that minimally invasive surgery can decrease snoring. Results in patients suffering from obstructive sleeping apnea were not as impressive. Patients may want to have minimally invasive surgery despite lack of clear evidence. This is to fix their habitual snoring.
MMA surgery
MMA surgery for snoring can help a person breathe easier and have a better night's sleep. It uses radiofrequency to create controlled lacerations in soft tissue obstructions. The scarring reduces volume of the flappy tissue and stiffens any remaining tissue. It can be performed on different parts of your airway, such as the soft palate and base of your tongue. It is performed under local anesthesia.
The success rate for MMA surgery is extremely high. Two to three weeks after the surgery, patients can resume 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. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. A CO2 laser is used to open the oropharyngeal artery. It is not effective at eliminating all types snoring but LAUP has shown promising results with reducing the severity upper airway resistance syndrome.
LAUP is a one-stage procedure that is done under local anaesthesia. A highly skilled ENT physician performs the procedure. The patient is positioned in a seated position while wearing protective eye glasses. The surgeon will first apply a 10% liquidocaine solution to the base of the tongue and the palate. A second injection of 2% Mepivacaine is made to the base and sides of the uvula. The handpiece attaches to the laser to the patient’s mouth. This is a common surgical procedure, and the surgeon also uses a "backstop" to prevent the laser from damaging the posterior pharynx.
Ruhrpumpen surgery
Many patients find that lifestyle changes and medication are not enough to stop their snoring. In these cases, Ruhrpumpen surgery may be the only option. This surgery uses radiofrequency to create controlled lesion in soft tissues. These scars reduce the airway size and help to strengthen the tissue. The procedure can be performed in several areas of your airway, including the soft palate or base of your tongue. Patients undergo the procedure under local anesthesia.
This surgery may be beneficial for patients who suffer from severe or persistent snoring. The procedure involves the surgical removal of excess soft tissue and sometimes the uvula. The procedure is used to treat chronic, uncontrollable snoring for many decades. But new techniques are being introduced to improve its effectiveness.