Sleep Apnea & Snoring Treatment

Our Customized Treatment Pathways

Treatment is customized based on your sleep study results and the anatomical location of the blockage (often identified through endoscopy in the clinic).

Non-Surgical Management (First Line)

• **Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP):** The most effective non-surgical treatment, involving a machine that uses air pressure to keep the airway open. We offer fitting and management advice.
• **Mandibular Advancement Devices (MADs):** Custom dental appliances that reposition the jaw to clear the tongue base.
• **Weight Management & Lifestyle Changes:** Essential for all patients to reduce risk factors.

Surgical Solutions (When Indicated)

Surgery is an excellent option for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP or have clear anatomical blockages:

• **Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy:** Highly effective for children and often adults where enlarged tonsils/adenoids are the primary cause of obstruction.
• **Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP):** Reshaping the soft palate, uvula, and pharynx to widen the airway.
• **Septoplasty and Turbinate Reduction:** To maximize nasal airflow, as nasal congestion worsens sleep apnea.
• **Pharyngeal Reconstruction:** Procedures targeting the base of the tongue or other specific areas of collapse.