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The Pillar Implant is a minimally invasive, first-line treatment option for mild to moderate palatal sleep apnea and snoring. The procedure places three tiny inserts in the patient's soft palate, causing the palate to stiffen. The stiffening helps to prevent or lessen blockages of the airway — effectively treating sleep apnea and substantially reducing the severity of snoring in most individuals. Pillar inserts are 18 mm in length and made from a woven soft polyester material that has been used for many years in implantable medical products. The Pillar Procedure is conducted in a single, short, in-office setting using local anesthetic and is completely reversible.
Tissue reduction allows for nonsurgical shrinkage by obstructing tissues, such as tonsils, tong base, or enlarged soft palate and uvula.
Minimally Invasive techniques to improve the nasal airway, such as the Nasal Valve Procedure and Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction.
Techniques used to avoid sleeping in adverse positions, and diet changes to eliminate snoring.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure devices work by directing airflow into the nose by use of a specialized mask.
In the event that more conservative treatments have failed, surgical techniques to alleviate airway obstruction are often straightforward and effective.
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