Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment
Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment is a CPAP-free, implantable solution for restful sleep and improved health.
Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment is a CPAP-free, implantable solution for restful sleep and improved health.
Dealing with loud snoring, constant fatigue, or breathing pauses during the night? You may be one of the many individuals living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common but serious sleep disorder.
If you’ve struggled with CPAP or found it uncomfortable, Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy provides an innovative, mask-free alternative. This small, implantable device works from within to gently keep your airway open and is activated with just a touch.
At SoCal ENT, we’re proud to offer Inspire, an FDA-approved treatment designed to help you breathe freely and sleep soundly, without the hassle of external equipment.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition that happens when the airway repeatedly narrows or collapses during sleep due to overly relaxed muscles and tissues in the throat. These blockages interrupt normal breathing and can cause:
Without treatment, OSA can take a serious toll on your physical and mental health. Inspire Sleep Apnea Therapy provides a breakthrough alternative to CPAP by gently stimulating the airway to keep it open, offering consistent, restful sleep without masks or hoses.
Inspire is a fully implanted device that works from within to keep your airway open during sleep. Unlike CPAP, which pushes air through a mask, Inspire sends mild pulses to the nerve that controls your tongue, moving it slightly forward so your airway stays open and unobstructed.
How Inspire Works
No bulky masks. No hoses. Just quiet, natural sleep, night after night.
If CPAP hasn’t been the right fit for you, Inspire could be the breakthrough you need.
You may be a candidate for Inspire if you:
The specialists at SoCal ENT can evaluate your sleep apnea and guide you in deciding whether Inspire is the right solution for lasting relief.
Snoring is one of the most noticeable, and frustrating, signs of sleep apnea, often disturbing both your rest and your partner’s.
The good news? Inspire therapy offers real relief by:
If snoring is straining your sleep or your relationship, Inspire may be the answer you've been waiting for.
Patients who have the Inspire treatment report life-changing improvements in their sleep and overall well-being:
Inspire makes it possible to sleep deeply and breathe freely, without the discomfort of masks or machines.
Most patients describe the Inspire device's sensation as a gentle, rhythmic pulse under the jaw that feels natural and non-disruptive during sleep. It’s not painful and typically fades into the background once you're used to it.
Most patients with the Inspire implant can still undergo MRI scans of certain body parts, but it's important to inform your imaging provider beforehand, as some MRI restrictions may apply based on the specific device model.
Not at all. The Inspire device is completely implanted under the skin and does not interfere with your daily movements or activities. Most people forget it’s even there.
The Inspire device requires minimal maintenance. You'll simply need routine follow-up visits every 6-12 months to check device function and adjust settings if needed. The battery in the device has a lifespan of 10-12 years.
Most patients begin noticing improvements in their sleep apnea symptoms within a few weeks after the Inspire device is activated, typically around 30 days post-surgery. As the settings are fine-tuned over time, breathing interruptions, snoring, and daytime fatigue continue to improve. Many patients report significantly better sleep within the first month of use.
In certain situations, Inspire may not be the most suitable treatment. At SoCal ENT, we specialize in a range of alternative surgical options designed to effectively address airway obstruction, including:
If Inspire isn’t right for you, our team will work closely with you to design a personalized treatment plan that supports your breathing and sleep health.
