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Snoring Surgery

Snoring surgery is designed to open the airway, decrease snoring, and help you achieve more restful sleep using advanced, minimally invasive techniques.

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Reclaim Restful Sleep

Why Choose SoCal ENT for Snoring Surgery?

Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can interfere with restful sleep, affect your relationships, and sometimes signal underlying conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). If persistent snoring is disrupting your nights or daily well-being, surgical treatment may provide lasting relief.

At SoCal ENT, we specialize in advanced, minimally invasive procedures designed to address the causes of snoring. Our experienced team will assess your symptoms, pinpoint the source of the airway obstruction, and recommend the best approach to improve breathing and restore quiet, restful sleep.

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Snoring Surgery at a Glance

  • Treated Conditions: Persistent snoring, sleep-disordered breathing, and blocked airways
  • Underlying Causes: Swollen nasal turbinates, misaligned nasal septum, vibration of the soft palate, or enlarged tonsils
  • Available Procedures: Options include turbinate reduction, nasal septum correction, soft palate surgery (UPPP), pillar implants, and others Ideal Candidates: Patients whose snoring affects sleep quality or those experiencing long-term breathing obstruction
  • Recovery Overview: Healing time depends on the procedure. Many treatments allow for a quick recovery within several days

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Is Your Snoring Affecting Your Health?

What causes snoring and when is surgery necessary?

Snoring happens when the flow of air is restricted as it passes through the nasal or throat passages, causing the surrounding tissues to vibrate. While occasional snoring is harmless, frequent or loud snoring may signal an underlying issue that requires medical attention.

Common Reasons for Snoring:

  • Deviated septum – Misalignment of the nasal septum that narrows one or both nasal passages
  • Enlarged turbinates – Swollen internal nasal structures that hinder proper airflow
  • Soft palate laxity or excess tissue – Can lead to airway narrowing and tissue vibrations
  • Enlarged tonsils or adenoids – Decrease the size of the airway, making breathing more difficult
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – A serious sleep disorder marked by repeated breathing interruptions during the night

If conservative treatments like lifestyle adjustments, CPAP machines, or oral devices haven’t reduced your snoring, surgery may offer lasting relief.

Explore Your Surgical Treatment Options

What is the snoring surgery procedure like?

At SoCal ENT, we provide a variety of innovative surgical options to reduce snoring by enhancing airflow, firming soft tissues, and opening blocked nasal or throat passages.

Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Correction)

  • What It Is: A surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum and restore clear nasal breathing.
  • Best For: Individuals who snore due to nasal obstruction, congestion, or restricted airflow.
  • How It Works: Realigns or removes portions of cartilage and bone within the septum to create a more open nasal passage.
  • Recovery Time: Approximately 1–2 weeks

Turbinate Reduction (Improved Nasal Airflow)

  • What It Is: A procedure to shrink swollen turbinates inside the nose to allow for easier breathing.
  • Best For: Those suffering from persistent nasal blockage due to allergies or turbinate enlargement.
  • How It Works: Decreases turbinate size while preserving their role in humidifying and filtering air.
  • Recovery Time: 3–7 days

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)

  • What It Is: A surgical solution that removes excess soft tissue from the throat to enlarge the airway.
  • Best For: Patients with severe snoring or obstructive sleep apnea unresponsive to other treatments.
  • How It Works: Removes portions of the uvula, soft palate, and sometimes tonsils to open the airway.
  • Recovery Time: 2–3 weeks

Pillar Implants (Soft Palate Stiffening)

  • What It Is: Implanting small, flexible rods into the soft palate to reduce tissue vibration.
  • Best For: Patients with mild to moderate snoring caused by soft palate flutter.
  • How It Works: The implants stiffen the soft palate to minimize vibration during sleep.
  • Recovery Time: 24–48 hours

Tonsillectomy (Tonsil Removal for Snoring & Sleep Apnea)

  • What It Is: A procedure to remove enlarged tonsils that are obstructing the airway.
  • Best For: Individuals whose snoring is linked to large tonsils affecting nighttime breathing.
  • How It Works: Removes the tonsils using surgical tools or energy-based devices.
  • Recovery Time: 1–2 weeks

Somnoplasty (Radiofrequency Tissue Reduction)

  • What It Is: A minimally invasive treatment that reduces the volume of throat tissue using targeted radiofrequency.
  • Best For: Snorers with bulky soft palate or uvula tissue contributing to airway narrowing.
  • How It Works: Delivers gentle radiofrequency energy to shrink and tighten tissues in the airway.
  • Recovery Time: Typically 7–10 days

Palate Radiofrequency Tightening

  • What It Is: A non-surgical approach to firm and shorten soft palate tissues to ease airflow.
  • Best For: Those with mild snoring due to loose soft palate or uvula.
  • How It Works: Uses radiofrequency waves to contract and tighten soft palate tissues, improving airway support.
  • Recovery Time: Between 3 and 7 days

Signs You May Be a Good Fit for Surgery

Am I a candidate for snoring surgery?

You might be a good fit for snoring surgery if you:

  • Snore consistently and heavily, even after making lifestyle adjustments
  • Struggle with interrupted sleep or feel tired during the day
  • Have nasal blockages or structural problems that affect breathing
  • Have not had success with CPAP machines or oral appliance therapy
  • Have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)

If snoring is interfering with your sleep or daily well-being, the specialists at SoCal ENT can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the most effective solution.

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Recovery Made Simple, Results That Last

Snoring Surgery Recovery & Results

As post-surgical swelling decreases and your airway opens up, you’ll likely notice a dramatic drop in both the intensity and frequency of snoring, making restful, uninterrupted sleep possible for you and your partner. With easier breathing through the nose and throat, you’ll wake up feeling more alert and recharged, without the lingering tiredness that often follows a disrupted night.

Recovery time depends on the type of procedure, but many patients see meaningful results within just a few weeks. As your sleep deepens and becomes more consistent, you may experience better concentration, more energy, and improved productivity throughout the day. Restoring your nighttime breathing not only enhances sleep. It also contributes to a stronger immune system, improved mood, and overall health. Choosing to address chronic snoring is a powerful step toward sleeping—and living—better.

Snoring Surgery  Frequently Asked Questions

Snoring can be more than just a nighttime nuisance. If it's disrupting your sleep, causing daytime fatigue, or connected to sleep apnea, surgical options might offer lasting relief when other treatments don't work. It's important to consult with a specialist to determine the best approach tailored to your needs. Remember, improving your sleep can enhance both your health and overall well-being.

No, not always. However sleep apnea may be the culprit if you experience persistent loud snoring, gasping or choking sounds, or daytime sleepiness. These symptom require medical evaluation for diagnosis.

Radiofrequency treatments and pillar implants are minimally invasive treatments with quick recovery times. The best treatment for you will depend on your individual anatomy and cause of airway obstruction.

Insurance coverage for snoring surgery depends on the severity of your condition and whether sleep apnea is present. Our team can help you verify your insurance benefits and provide any required documentation.

While results vary depending on the patient and procedure, most patients experience improvements within a few weeks as post-surgical swelling subsides and airflow improves.