Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)

UPPP

Surgical procedure to reduce the amount of tissue in the throat. This improves airway patency and reduces snoring.

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Procedure

During a UPPP, the patency of the pharyngeal airway is improved by:

Removal of the tonsils.
Shortening of the uvula and soft palate.
Suturing of the palatal arches.

The effect of the surgery on snoring can only be assessed after about two months due to swelling during the healing process.

After the surgery

Complaints

Common complaints after the procedure include:

Sore throat when swallowing
White, foul-smelling coating in the throat

Problems: urgently contact us if you experience fever or fresh bleeding from the mouth after the procedure.

Nutrition

Soft and cold food during the first week after the operation.
Gradually transition to a normal diet.
Drinking plenty of fluids promotes the healing process.

Specialists

Peters Marleen, dr.

Ear, nose and throat specialist, head and neck surgeon

Last edit: 7 august 2025