UPPP Surgery in North Richland Hills
Loud snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can disrupt sleep, strain relationships, and increase health risks. When non-surgical treatments are not effective or not tolerated, UPPP surgery (uvulopalatopharyngoplasty) may be considered to improve airflow during sleep.
North Hills ENT provides airway evaluation and discusses surgical options for patients throughout North Richland Hills.
What Is UPPP Surgery?
UPPP is a procedure designed to reduce airway obstruction in the throat. It removes or reshapes excess tissue in the back of the throat—such as part of the uvula and soft palate—and sometimes involves the tonsils, depending on anatomy. The goal is to widen the airway and reduce tissue vibration and collapse during sleep.
Who May Benefit?
UPPP may be recommended for adults who:
- Have obstructive sleep apnea confirmed by sleep testing
- Have loud, chronic snoring
- Cannot tolerate or do not benefit from CPAP
- Have obstruction primarily at the level of the soft palate or throat
A thorough ENT and sleep evaluation is essential to determine whether UPPP is appropriate and likely to help.
Benefits and Expectations
For selected patients, UPPP may reduce snoring and improve airflow during sleep. Because sleep apnea can involve multiple levels of airway obstruction, UPPP is often considered as part of a comprehensive treatment plan and may be combined with other therapies depending on anatomy and severity.
Evaluation and Surgical Planning
We review sleep symptoms, sleep study results, and examine the airway to identify where obstruction is occurring. We’ll also discuss prior treatments such as CPAP or oral appliances. If surgery is recommended, we’ll review risks, benefits, recovery expectations, and realistic outcomes.
Recovery and Aftercare
Recovery varies by individual. Temporary throat pain, swelling, and swallowing discomfort are common. Follow-up appointments help monitor healing and assess symptom improvement. We provide clear guidance on diet, pain management, and activity restrictions to support safe healing.
Improve Your Sleep and Breathing
If sleep symptoms are affecting your comfort, sleep, or quality of life, call 817-859-8999 or contact North Hills ENT online to schedule an evaluation in North Richland Hills.