Overview
We provide comprehensive solutions for snoring and sleep apnea — including advanced surgical options, minimally invasive in-office procedures, and custom-fitted medical devices
What exactly is OSA?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a sleep-related breathing disorder where the airway repeatedly becomes partially or completely blocked during sleep. This blockage causes breathing pauses that can last several seconds and often leads to snoring, gasping, or choking sounds as breathing resumes. When these pauses occur, oxygen levels drop and the brain briefly wakes the body to reopen the airway — often without the person realizing it. Over time, these repeated interruptions can lead to poor sleep quality, daytime fatigue, and increased risks for conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease. OSA can affect anyone, but it’s more common in adults with certain risk factors like being overweight, having a narrow airway, or anatomical features that restrict airflow. The good news is that effective treatments exist — from lifestyle changes and oral devices to in-office procedures and surgical options — all aimed at helping you breathe and sleep better.
How do I know if I have OSA?
Many people with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) don’t realize they have it — the pauses in breathing often happen without awareness. Common signs include loud or frequent snoring, waking up gasping or choking, morning headaches, dry mouth, or feeling unrefreshed despite a full night’s sleep. Daytime sleepiness, irritability, and trouble concentrating are also common. If your bed partner notices breathing pauses, or if you struggle with persistent fatigue or snoring that disrupts others, it may be worth discussing with a healthcare provider. A sleep study — either at home or in a specialized clinic — can measure your breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and sleep quality to determine if OSA is present. Early identification is important because untreated OSA can impact both overall health and quality of life.
How is OSA treated?
Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea depends on its severity and underlying cause. Many patients benefit from simple lifestyle changes such as weight management, positional therapy, or reducing alcohol before bedtime. Others may need more targeted interventions. Luneya offers a full range of treatment options, including:
- Custom oral devices that reposition the jaw to keep the airway open.
- In-office procedures designed to reduce airway obstruction and vibration.
- Surgical options to correct structural causes of blockage, such as nasal, palatal, or tongue-base anatomy.
Each plan is personalized to your anatomy, sleep patterns, and goals — helping you breathe easier, sleep more deeply, and wake feeling restored.
Our treatments
Septoplasty
Septoplasty is a procedure that corrects a deviated septum to improve breathing and reduce symptoms such as congestion, nosebleeds, and recurring sinus issues. It focuses entirely on function rather than cosmetic changes. Recovery is generally smooth, and most people notice clearer airflow once healing begins.
The surgery involves examining the nasal passages, administering anesthesia, and making small internal incisions to access and reshape the cartilage or bone causing the deviation. The surgeon then repositions or removes the obstructing tissue, closes the incisions, and may place splints to support healing. Following post-operative instructions is key to ensuring a safe and comfortable recovery.
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) is a surgery designed to open the upper airway by reducing excess tissue in the throat, helping treat snoring and certain cases of sleep apnea. It works by addressing the soft tissues that collapse during sleep and block airflow. Because sleep apnea has multiple possible causes, UPPP is recommended only when the anatomy and severity of the condition make surgery an appropriate option.
During the procedure, the patient is under general anesthesia while the surgeon removes or reshapes the uvula, soft palate, and sometimes other throat tissues that narrow the airway. Tonsils may also be removed if they contribute to the obstruction. The area is then closed with dissolvable stitches, and patients receive guidance for pain control and recovery as the throat heals.
Adenotonsillectomy with Radio Frequency of the palate
An adenotonsillectomy with radiofrequency of the palate combines two approaches to improve breathing and reduce airway obstruction. It removes enlarged adenoids and tonsils that can block airflow, while also tightening the soft palate using radiofrequency energy to reduce snoring or sleep-related collapse. This combined strategy is often used when both tissue enlargement and palate laxity contribute to sleep-disordered breathing.
The procedure involves removing the adenoids and tonsils, then applying controlled radiofrequency energy to the soft palate to shrink and firm the tissue. Together, these steps aim to create a clearer, more stable airway and improve symptoms such as snoring and sleep apnea.
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (ESS) is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat chronic sinusitis and other sinus conditions by operating through the natural passages of the nose. Using a small endoscope for clear visualization, the surgeon can address blockages without external incisions, often leading to improved breathing, fewer infections, and a quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery.
During ESS, the surgeon removes polyps or inflamed tissue, widens sinus openings to improve drainage, and may correct structural issues contributing to symptoms. This targeted approach enhances airflow and sinus function, especially for patients whose sinusitis has not responded to medication.
Turbinate Reduction with Radio Frequency of the nasal mucosa
Turbinate Reduction with Radio Frequency is a minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve chronic nasal congestion caused by enlarged turbinates. Instead of removing tissue, radiofrequency energy is applied to the nasal mucosa to shrink and tighten it, improving airflow and reducing symptoms like blocked breathing and snoring.
During the procedure, targeted RF energy creates controlled tissue contraction, decreasing turbinate size with minimal bleeding and quicker recovery than traditional trimming methods. Performed on an outpatient basis, it aims to restore clearer nasal passages and more comfortable breathing.
Tip Revision
Tip revision surgery focuses on refining the nasal tip for patients who are dissatisfied with the results of a previous rhinoplasty or who have specific aesthetic concerns. Because prior surgery may have altered the anatomy or created scar tissue, revision procedures are more delicate and must be tailored to each person’s structure and goals.
The surgeon adjusts the cartilage and soft tissues to improve symmetry, rotation, projection, or definition of the tip, sometimes using grafts or structural adjustments as needed. Clear communication and proper timing—waiting for full healing from the first procedure—are essential to achieve realistic, balanced results.
Treatment
As with any medical procedure, we will undergo a thorough evaluation of your symptoms and all possible underlying causes to determine the best treatment for you. The choice of treatment will depend on your specific circumstances, and alternative options may also be considered based on the diagnosis and severity of symptoms.
Meet Our Specialists
Dr. Raiyan Chowdhury
Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery & Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Raiyan Chowdhury is a dual-trained specialist in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and Critical Care Medicine.
He completed his medical degree and residency training at the University of Alberta, where he developed a focused interest in disorders of the upper airway, nasal breathing, and sleep-related breathing conditions.
Dr. Chowdhury’s practice encompasses the full spectrum of ear, nose, and throat care, with a particular emphasis on patient-centred assessment and minimally invasive management of airway and sleep-related disorders. His approach combines surgical expertise with evidence- based, collaborative care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Learn More About Snoring
Snoring happens when airflow is partially blocked during sleep, causing the tissues in your throat to vibrate. Relaxed throat muscles, nasal congestion, or your natural anatomy can all contribute. While snoring is often harmless, it can sometimes signal obstructive sleep apnea, a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts through the night.
If snoring is loud, disruptive, or paired with poor sleep, it’s worth looking deeper. Sleep Aid provides individualized assessment and advanced surgical options for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. As a specialized head and neck surgery center, we offer expert care tailored to your needs so you can breathe, sleep, and feel better.
Common causes of snoring & OSA
Certain physical characteristics, such as having a narrow airway, a large soft palate, a relaxed throat, or enlarged tonsils or adenoids, can contribute to snoring and OSA. Other factors such as obesity, age, genetics, and alcohol use can contribute to snoring.
Tools for self-diagnosis
One of the hallmark symptoms of OSA is the repeated cessation or pauses in breathing during sleep, followed by gasping or choking sensations as breathing resumes. Additional symptoms include daytime fatigue or irritability or morning headaches.
Why seek treatment?
If left untreated, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can lead to various health complications and negatively impact your overall well-being. Some potential consequences of untreated OSA include cardiovascular issues and increased risk of stroke. Come see us today!
Am I a good surgical candidate?
We will consider several factors to determine your candidacy for surgery by using a polysomnography (sleep study) and considering anotomical factors, overall health markers, and your personal preferences.
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#200, 11104 102 Ave NW
Edmonton, AB
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