What Is a Pillar® Procedure and How Does It Work?
Do you or a loved one struggle with snoring or sleep apnea? These common sleep disorders can disrupt not only your rest but also your overall well-being.
Fortunately, there's an innovative solution that might be just what you need: the Pillar® Procedure. This minimally invasive treatment targets the root cause of snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), offering a promising alternative to traditional surgeries.
In this blog, we'll delve into what the Pillar Procedure is, how it works, and the benefits it can offer for achieving better sleep and improved health.
What is the Pillar Procedure?
The Pillar Procedure is a minimally invasive snoring and obstructive sleep apnea treatment. It involves placing small implants in the soft palate to stiffen it, reducing the vibration that causes snoring and preventing airway collapse, leading to sleep apnea.
How It Works
Here’s how the pillar procedure works:
- Targeting the Soft Palate: The Pillar Procedure focuses on the most common cause of snoring and OSA — the soft palate. Three tiny woven implants are placed in the soft palate during the procedure.
- Structural Support and Stiffening: Over time, these implants, along with the body's natural healing process, make the soft palate stronger and firmer. This helps lessen the shaking of the tissues (which makes snoring) and stops the soft palate from collapsing, which can block the upper airway and cause sleep apnea.
- Implant Material: Doctors have been using the same material found in the Pillar implants for over 50 years in medical devices implanted inside the body. Patients cannot see or feel the implants, and they do not interfere with swallowing or speech.
- Quick Recovery: Many patients resume their normal diet and activities on the same day as the procedure.
Benefits of the Pillar Procedure
Here are the top benefits of the pillar procedure:
- Minimally Invasive: Unlike traditional surgeries for sleep apnea, the Pillar Procedure is minimally invasive and requires no incisions or tissue removal.
- Quick Recovery: Since it's performed in-office under local anesthesia, recovery time is brief, allowing you to return to your normal activities sooner.
- Effective: Clinical studies have shown that the Pillar Procedure can significantly reduce snoring and improve sleep quality in patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
Schedule a Pillar Procedure Consultation
Don’t let snoring and sleep apnea interfere with quality sleep. Contact our New York office today to learn more about the Pillar Procedure and take the first step towards better sleep.
If you're ready to improve your sleep and overall health, call EOS Sleep at 212-873-6036 to schedule a consultation. Our team of sleep specialists is here to help you find the right solution for your needs.