Haven't you suffered from sleep apnea long enough?
SOMNOPLASTY®
A Simple Treatment for Sleep Apnea
 Submucosal
Delivery of RF Energy
The Somnoplasty procedure takes place in an outpatient setting under local
anesthesia. The physician inserts the SP 1200 electrode (Pictured Right)
into the base of the tongue. The Somnus radio frequency control unit delivers
RF energy beneath the surface tissue while monitoring temperature.
Creation of Coagulative Lesion
Tissue is heated in a limited area around the electrode, creating a coagulative
lesion beneath the surface. Discomfort is minimal during the procedure
and the surface tissue is protected from thermal damage. Over the course
of one or more procedures, a number of lesions are created in the base
of tongue.
Tissue Volume Reduction
The lesions are naturally reabsorbed over a period of three to eight weeks,
leading to reduction in tissue volume in the tongue and resolution of
the obstruction. Somnoplasty offers an effective treatment for obstructive
sleep apnea patients.
To find out if your a candidate for Somnoplasty™ contact
us.
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