‘Stop Snoring procedure’ FAQs
Who will ‘Stop Snoring procedure’ benefit?
This procedure is ideal for both men and women who habitually snore that met our clinics selection criteria, namely people who are not grossly over weight or a neck size over 17.5 inches.
How is ‘Stop Snoring procedure’ done?
After your initial consultation a medical assessments, patients who are suitable and wish to proceed with the treatment are scheduled for treatment at a mutually convenient date and time with our Ear, Nose & Throat Consultant. Patients who live a long way away can sometimes have their consultation in the morning and then be booked for the procedure the same afternoon. The procedure starts with the ENT Consultant providing an endoscope examination and explanation of the procedure. Local anaesthetic is applied to the back of the throat approximately 15 minutes prior to the actual procedure. The ENT Consultation then applies the Radio Frequency snoring device to the roof of the soft palate causing it to scar and harden in due course. Patients with long uvulas will have those trimmed by a Radio Frequency probe.
How long will ‘Stop Snoring procedure’ take?
The treatment typically takes 25-30 minutes. The actual application of the RF is normally less than 10 minutes. Patients are then free to go home immediately following the procedure and discharge.
What results can I expect from ‘Stop Snoring procedure’?
Over a six year period, our results of a survey show that more than 90% of our patients achieve the stop snoring result or significant noise reduction. Other patients receive satisfactory results. Less than 3% of patients elected to have a top up procedure to reach the stop snoring or significant noise reduction status.
How long is the recovery period from ‘Stop Snoring procedure’?
Patient’s recovery period is normally one week and results are achieved in 4 to 6 weeks.
What are the after effects of ‘Stop Snoring procedure’?
Typical after effects from the Radio Frequency procedure is strange feeling to back of throat as format of roof of mouth and uvula will have been altered. Treated area will develop a fluffiness appearance that gradually wares off as the healing process commences. Discomfort and awkwardness will subside overtime however can be controlled by over the counter pain killers and lozenges. Recovery period is normally four to six weeks.
Are there risks associated with ‘Stop Snoring procedure’?
The risks associated with the Radio Frequency procedure discomfort and infection. Infection is controlled by the frequent use of mouthwash supplied free of charge by the clinic. Sore throats are temporary and can be mitigated by the use of throat lozenges also supplied by the clinic free of charge. There are no other risks associated with this procedure and therefore patients experiencing any abnormal symptoms are encouraged to contact the clinic immediately in order that they can be assessed and remedial treatment or advice is provided.
How much does ‘Stop Snoring procedure’ cost?
The Radio Frequency treatment performed by ENT Consultation costs from £1195 including the cost of all consultations, medical assessments and follow up appointments. For those patients requiring their uvula to be trimmed at same time as the basic RF procedure the cost is an additional £495. The cost of the consultation and medical assessment performed by our clinician is £70, however this is deducted from the cost of any treatment undertaken. For the very few patients that require a subsequent procedure, a significant discount is available. You can book your consultation with our clinician by telephoning 0161 839 7663 or by booking online using our online booking form.
How do I arrange to have the ‘Stop Snoring procedure’?
The next step to finding out more about Stop Snoring procedure is to arrange a consultation at our Manchester Clinic, located at St Ann’s Square in the city centre. You can book a consultation with a clinician by either telephoning 0161 839 766 or by booking online.
At our consultation, we ascertain your medical history, listen to your requirements and assess your suitability. Our clinician will advise on pricing and answer all your questions. You will have amble opportunity to reflect on the information provided to decide on the best course of action for your Stop Snoring procedure. Consultations with medical assessment typically take 45 minutes however could take longer depending on the number of questions you may have. We understand that this is a big decision for you and we want you to be totally satisfied that it’s the right thing to do before committing to booking the procedure.
You can arrange a consultation with our clinician by telephoning 0161 839 7663, or by completing our online booking form.
