Radiofrequency Ablation Contributions by sshowalter

This is a surgery for sleep apnea. An electrode that emits radio waves and heat is used to destroy excess tissue at the base of the tongue. This device is applied to the palate and the base of tongue. It works by shrinking tissue that blocks the airway, thereby widening it and enabling airflow. Most people notice decreased snoring and decreased daytime sleepiness after ten 20-minute treatments. This is effective for snoring but has not been shown to be effective in treatment of sleep apnea.¹ Regardless, the effect of this treatment may improve satisfaction with sleep and reduce daytime sleepiness and other risks associated with sleep apnea.

It is one of a handful of options of surgery for sleep apnea.

Treatment Areas

This is a surgery for sleep apnea. An electrode that emits radio waves and heat is used to destroy excess tissue at the base of the tongue. This device is applied to the palate and the base of tongue. It works by shrinking tissue that blocks the airway, thereby widening it and enabling airflow. Most people notice decreased snoring and decreased daytime sleepiness after ten 20-minute treatments. This is effective for snoring but has not been shown to be effective in treatment of sleep apnea.¹ Regardless, the effect of this treatment may improve satisfaction with sleep and reduce daytime sleepiness and other risks associated with sleep apnea.

It is one of a handful of options of surgery for sleep apnea.

Treatment Areas