The soft palate and tonsils are often associated with snoring and sleep apnea. Various treatments are available to address problematic palates, including radiofrequency surgery and palatal implants.
These procedures can often be performed under local anesthesia and sedation in the office. More complex procedures, such as pharyngoplasties and uvulopalatopharyngoplasties, are typically performed under general anesthesia. No single procedure is inherently better than another; each patient is carefully evaluated to determine the most appropriate surgery for their specific condition.