Pillar Implants: A Tiny Fix for Big Snoring Problems

If you snore loudly at night—especially the kind of snoring that rattles the walls—you might assume it’s just part of getting older or something you have to live with. But chronic snoring isn’t just annoying; it can disturb your sleep quality and strain your relationships. And in many cases, the culprit is a vibrating soft palate.

At Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, we offer a simple, minimally invasive solution: Pillar® Implants—a small fix with big results.

What Are Pillar Implants?

Pillar Implants are tiny polyester rods—each about the size of a matchstick—inserted into the soft palate (the tissue at the back of your mouth). Over time, your body forms scar tissue around the implants, which stiffens the palate and reduces the tissue vibration that causes snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

This procedure is:

• Done in the office in less than 30 minutes
  
• Performed with local anesthesia
  
• Virtually painless with minimal recovery time
  
• Designed to improve sleep without external devices or major surgery
  

Who’s a Good Candidate?

Pillar Implants work best for people who:

• Snore primarily due to soft palate vibration
  
• Have mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea
  
• Aren’t ready for or can’t tolerate CPAP
  
• Want a long-term, discreet solution
  

Not sure if your soft palate is to blame? Our team at Atlanta ENT can help assess the source of your snoring with an in-depth evaluation.

What to Expect from the Procedure

You’ll sit comfortably in our office as we numb your soft palate with a local anesthetic. Then, the implants are gently placed using a special delivery tool—no cutting, no stitches. Most patients resume their normal routine the same day.

It may take a few weeks or months to notice the full benefits as your body naturally reacts to the implants, creating a firmer palate. Many people report reduced snoring and better sleep within the first few weeks.

Better Sleep Without the Bulk

Unlike bulky CPAP machines or uncomfortable mouthguards, Pillar Implants are completely hidden and don’t require any maintenance. Once inserted, you don’t need to do a thing.

And if you’re someone who avoids snoring treatment because of embarrassment or hassle—this might be the ideal low-profile option for you.

Stop Snoring. Start Sleeping.

If loud snoring is disrupting your nights—or your partner’s—it’s time to consider a real solution. At Atlanta ENT, we specialize in diagnosing the why behind your snoring and matching you with the best treatment.

Pillar Implants may be a small procedure, but they can make a big difference in your life.

Two Convenient Locations:
Atlanta Office
5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 125
Atlanta, GA 30342

Author

Ramie A. Tritt, MD Ramie A. Tritt, MD, FRCSC, specializes in nasal and sinus surgery as well as snoring and sleep apnea surgery at Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, P.C.’s Sandy Springs location in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Tritt graduated from medical school with honors from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He completed his otolaryngology residency at McGill University and his fellowship in otology and head and neck surgery at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology and a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Tritt is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Tritt has been an instructor at national ENT meetings, a Medical Advisory Board member for computer image-guided sinus surgery, and been recognized by Atlanta Magazine as a “Doctor Who Doctors Go To”.