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Somnoplasty Sleep Disorder Treatment
Severe sleep disorders are often caused by physical deformities, which require surgical procedures. Typcial adult corrective surgery includes:
A less intrusive procedure is called Somnoplasty, using RF technology.
RF Procedure [Somnoplasty]A more recent surgical procedure for snoring and sleep apnea is called somnoplasty. This FDA approved treatment for snoring uses radio waves to shrink tissue in air passages and eliminate snoring. The procedure is also known as radiofrequency volumetric tissue reduction of the palate. The treatment involves piercing the tongue, throat or soft palate with a special electrode needle, which is then connected to a radio frequency generator. The inner tissue is then heated to 158 to 176 degrees. This takes about 30 minutes. The inner tissues shrink, but the outer tissues, which may contain such things as taste buds, are left intact. Several treatments may be required. Check with your insurance company to see if they cover this treatment.
Somnoplasty Used For Nasal ObstructionNasal obstruction from a deviated septum, large nasal bones or a collapse of the nasal valve can often be effectively treated with simple surgical procedures combined with Somnoplasty.
Corrective Surgical Treatment For Sleep Disorders
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