This is a fast and almost pain-free procedure using radio frequency energy that is performed under local anaesthetic and takes around 20 minutes.

Radio waves, such as those used in radio transmitters are directed onto the soft palate and the energy that is released coagulates the inner tissue.  The subsequent healing process stiffens the soft palate so that it can no longer vibrate and cause snoring.  The great advantage of this new technique is that there are no cuts, stitches or bleeding and minor discomfort post-treatment.  This also means that time off work is kept to a minimum.  The success rate for control of snoring is around 80%.


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