Coblation Information

Faster, less painful recovery from tonsillectomies with Coblation®
Although a tonsillectomy is a relatively minor surgery, many adults and kids dread the procedure due to the long – and often painful – recovery. Thanks to a new technology called Coblation®, however, recovery from tonsillectomies is now considerably shorter and much less painful.

How Coblation works
Conventional tonsillectomy devices burn or cut tonsil tissue, typically resulting in heavy bleeding and extensive pain for the patient. With Coblation, Dr. Simplot uses a unique, low-temperature technology that gently and precisely removes tonsils without damaging surrounding healthy tissue.

The benefits of Coblation technology
Patients experience significantly less pain after a Coblation tonsillectomy, as well as a much faster return to their normal diet (2.4 days with Coblation vs. 7.6 days with traditional methods). The procedure typically takes just 20 minutes, and most people can return to normal activities within just a few days.

When to see a doctor about chronic strep throat
Chronic throat problems like strep throat and tonsillar infections can make anyone miserable—not to mention the missed days of school or work. Typically, four to six instances of such problems a year are enough to warrant a visit to an ENT specialist. In some cases, removal of the tonsils may be recommended.

Evaluations
To schedule an evaluation with Dr. Timothy Simplot, ENT Specialist, call SCMC's Outpatient Clinic at 515-382-7021.