Breathe Easier and Sleep Better with the Pillar Procedure

Snoring isn’t just a nuisance—it can be a sign of something more serious. For many patients, chronic snoring or mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to the soft palate’s vibration or collapse during sleep. At Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, P.C., we offer a minimally invasive treatment called the Pillar Procedure, designed to help patients (and their bed partners) enjoy quieter, healthier nights.

What Is the Pillar Procedure?

The Pillar Procedure is a safe, office-based treatment that helps reduce or eliminate snoring and mild to moderate OSA by targeting the soft palate. During the procedure, three tiny polyester implants are inserted into the soft palate using a sterile, single-use delivery tool. These implants, combined with your body’s natural healing response, stiffen the palate and reduce tissue vibration and airway collapse—common causes of sleep-disrupting snoring and apnea.

Why Choose the Pillar Procedure?

Unlike traditional surgical treatments, the Pillar Procedure:

• Requires no removal of soft tissue
  
• Takes approximately 20 minutes to complete
  
• Involves minimal discomfort
  
• Allows most patients to return to normal activities the same day
  
• Has been performed successfully on thousands of patients worldwide
  

Many individuals begin to notice results within a few weeks, with full benefits typically achieved by three months post-procedure.

Proven Benefits

Clinical studies have shown that the Pillar Procedure delivers meaningful, lasting results:

• Significant reduction in snoring intensity
  
• Improved bed partner satisfaction (reported in over 80% of cases)
  
• Reduction in apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) for many patients
  
• Less daytime sleepiness and improved overall quality of life
  
  

Are You a Candidate?

The Pillar Procedure is best suited for patients whose soft palate is a primary contributor to snoring or mild to moderate OSA. At Atlanta ENT, our experienced physicians will conduct a thorough evaluation of your upper airway to determine if you’re a good candidate.

If your snoring or sleep apnea has been affecting your energy, health, or relationships, this simple procedure could be your first step toward better rest.

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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”.