Dec 16, 2021 · With OSA, a person stops breathing during sleep because their airway becomes partially or completely blocked. Surgeries for OSA primarily involve reducing physical blockages, for example …

If nonsurgical treatment fails to help you sleep through the night without interruptions in breathing, specialists at NYU Langone may recommend surgery to reduce obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. …

Jul 9, 2025 · Several types of operations can help widen your airways and clear obstructions, including nasal surgery, palate surgery, tongue surgery, and jaw surgery. The type you need will depend on …

What is sleep apnea surgery? Sleep apnea surgery is a procedure to make breathing easier for people with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA occurs when your upper airway collapses and …

Jul 3, 2025 · Various surgical procedures, including tissue reduction, jaw repositioning, and nerve stimulation, can address sleep apnea. Each has different success rates and recovery times.

Dec 4, 2025 · Effective treatments are available for obstructive sleep apnea. Treatment can improve your sleep and make you feel better during the day. It also may decrease your risk of heart and blood …

Feb 8, 2023 · Surgery on the nose, palate, tonsils, and other areas can help improve some cases of obstructive sleep apnea. Surgery aims to remove or reduce any obstruction. Sleep apnea is a …

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons (OMSs) are trained to help identify and recommend treatment options for patients with OSA. Several treatment options for OSA exist, and your OMS can help you decide …

Several surgical options can treat obstructive sleep apnea, including surgery to remove extra tissue, change bone structure, or implant a nerve stimulator.

Jan 5, 2026 · First-line treatments for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) include breathing machines and mouth devices. But they can be hard to stick with and don’t always work. Surgery can be an option …