sleep apnea surgery, sleep apnea specialist
Sleep apnea surgery to treat severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) when CPAP treatment is not successful. Typical surgery involves:
✔ UPPP (excises throat tissue)
✔ Septoplasty (corrects deviated septum)
✔ MMA (advances the jaw)
✔ Inspire Therapy (nerve stimulator implant)
2-6 weeks recovery, with most patients having better breathing and sleep.
Ideal for: Patients with structural obstructions or CPAP intolerance.