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Obstructive Sleep Apnea San Antonio | Sleep Apnea Surgery

Welcome to Texas Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery in San Antonio and the Obstructive Sleep Apnea Blog. A common question that I’m asked in San Antonio is how can airway obstruction be directly measured during natural sleep in patients with possible sleep apnea. First let’s discuss what defines airway obstruction during sleep. Palate and… Read More »

Drug Induced Sleep Endoscopy | Sleep Surgery

Drug Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE) is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate CPAP intolerant patients seeking further treatment for their obstructive sleep apnea with Sleep Surgery. Drug induced sleep endoscopy helps to determine the site of obstruction in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. A targeted surgical approach can treat OSA patients. Drug Induced Sleep Endoscopy… Read More »