How long is uvulopalatopharyngoplasty surgery recovery time?

Soft palate surgery: This surgery is typically done to treat sleep apnea. It's purpose is to tighten the opening to the throat by lifting the uvula and the soft palate off the. Back of the throat while sleeping. Patients typically experience moderately intense pain especially during swallowing for 3-5 days. Thereafter the healing process extends for 14-21 days with swallowing and speech gradually returning to norma.

It varies: But count on a very sore throat and a very soft diet for 2-3 weeks.