Obstruction at the Palate

Snoring originates from disturbed airflow originating in the nose and palate. This blockage to airway flow can be diagnosed with the use of rhinomanometry, fiber-optic video laryngoscopy and lateral cephalometric x-rays.

Once the site of obstruction is determined, the Somnoplasty technique can reduce the bulk of the turbinate and palate tissue.

This treatment usually requires at least two separate visits where the radio-frequency (RF) energy is delivered to the palate. We wait 6-8 weeks between  treatments to assess the effects on snoring and need for possible further procedures. Your cost is $2200 to include two separate treatments. We will endeavor to bill your insurance for office visits and assessments of the site of obstruction, such as rhinomanometry and naso-laryngoscopy.

If more than two palatal treatments are necessary to reduce snoring, through agreement, we will do further Rx at a specific cost per procedure. 

09/04/05