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Otolaryngologic surgery · BogotáUvulopalatoplasty in Bogotá
Uvulopalatoplasty reduces and repositions the tissue of the soft palate and uvula to improve snoring and breathing during sleep.
Who may be a candidate?
- Persistent snoring
- Obstruction at the level of the soft palate
- Selected cases of mild or moderate apnea
- Palatal vibration during sleep
What it offers
- Reduces the vibration that causes snoring
- Can be combined with nasal surgery
- A procedure directed at the palate and uvula
Recovery
Throat discomfort during the first days; a soft diet through the early postoperative period.
Frequently asked questions
Does it eliminate snoring completely?
It improves snoring in many cases, but this cannot be guaranteed; it depends on the anatomical origin of the snoring.
Is it combined with nasal surgery?
Yes, when the nose also contributes to the obstruction.
Is it painful?
It usually causes discomfort similar to a sore throat for a few days.
You do not need to know which procedure you need.
A consultation makes it possible to determine what is changing, what is worth preserving and the most appropriate option for your case.
Request a snoring evaluation