| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4123165 | Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | 2006 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Soft palate implants are a new office-based procedure for snoring and sleep apnea. A single session is needed to insert 3 implants into the soft palate using only local anesthesia. The implants have been shown to reduce snoring. A less collapsible airway occurs as a result of the implants, and this change has been demonstrated to reduce obstructive airway events. The procedure will be described in detail. The current literature is briefly reviewed.
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Authors
Regina Paloyan Walker,