Laser Ablation The laser tonsil ablation is performed in 15 to 20 minutes under local anesthesia. The patient may experience minimal discomfort and may return to school or work the next day.

Does laser tonsil Cryptolysis hurt?

Laser cryptolysis is not painful, has minimal risk of bleeding, and pain medication is not necessary. The ultimate treatment for tonsil stones is a tonsillectomy, when the entire tonsil is removed.

Is a tonsillectomy a major surgery?

A tonsillectomy is a common but major surgery with serious risks and potential complications. You may have less invasive treatment options.

Why does one of my tonsils have holes in them?

Holes in the tonsils are a normal part of your anatomy. They give your immune system an early idea of what your body is ingesting by mouth. Sometimes, the tonsils may swell and the crypts can become blocked due to inflammation or scar formation from another condition.

What is a laser tonsillectomy?

Laser tonsillectomy (Laser Tonsil Ablation) is a cutting-edge procedure to reduce the size of the tonsils without surgery.

Do you offer laser cryptolysis for tonsils?

First of all… we do offer laser cryptolysis, but ONLY if a few spots require treatment. If the “entire” tonsil surface needs to be treated, coblation is used instead.

What are the pros and cons of laser tonsil removal?

Laser can only address a few spots. 4) No risk of oral and facial burns (lasers do not burn just the tonsil, it can burn anything that gets in the way… in other words, do NOT turn your head, sneeze, cough, or gag if the laser is turned on!!!)

Who is a good candidate for a laser tonsillectomy?

Patients who do best with laser tonsillectomies are adults with little or no gag reflexes, have tonsils that are easy to see, and have no other health concerns. How long is recovery time after a laser tonsillectomy?