LAUP is performed under local or general anaesthetic and is considered to be a safer, more economical and a more comfortable alternative to UPPP. It involves vaporising the free edge of the soft palate and uvula using a laser. Unlike UPPP, LAUP can be repeated in order to obtain the desired effect. The number of procedures needed varies with some patients requiring up to four sessions. The tonsils are not removed with this procedure. Although laser surgery is associated with fewer complications than UPPP, post-operative pain is still reported as being severe.
The following health professionals work at The Princess Grace Hospital and also specialise in Snoring surgery
Consultant ENT Surgeon
ENT surgeon
ENT surgeon
ENT surgeon
Plastic surgeon
Consultant ENT & Head & Neck Surgeon
Consultant ENT Surgeon
Consultant ENT Surgeon
ENT surgeon
Consultant ENT & Head & Neck Surgeon
