The Soft Palate’s Role In

Airway Obstruction

The soft palate, a crucial component of the oral cavity, plays a vital role in swallowing and separating the nasal and oral passages. When the soft palate becomes elongated, it can lead to airway obstructions, contributing to conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Emerging insights into the soft palate's mechanics have paved the way for innovative and non-invasive treatments, including non-ablative tissue remodeling. This protocol holds significant promise for patients and healthcare providers seeking effective and less invasive solutions to address airway obstructions and related conditions.

Diagram of the human nasal and oral cavities showing nasal cavity, oral cavity, and related structures.

Hard Palate

Soft Palate

Addressing soft palate obstructions is just one facet of a comprehensive treatment approach that considers the impact of elongation on airway function.

This approach encompasses various patterns and sites of obstruction: