soft palate
noun
: the fold at the back of the hard palate that partially separates the mouth from the pharynx
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Endoscopy results that do not show soft palate collapse
No other significant findings that would prevent adequate performance of the device
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As with all surgeries, there are risks and potential side effects to hypoglossal nerve stimulator implants.
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Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025
Usually, people refer to the palantine tonsils visible at the back of the throat, but tonsillar tissue also includes lingual (located in the base of the tongue), tubal (upper throat behind nose, above soft palate) and adenoid (high in throat behind the nose).
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025
Mouth taping can aid in the jaw, tongue, and soft palate into a position that would reduce mouth obstruction according to our expert.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
Spicy orchard fruits define the luscious, soft palate underpinned by caramel, vanilla ice cream, and delightful woody mahogany layers.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025
Usually, people refer to the palantine tonsils visible at the back of the throat, but tonsillar tissue also includes lingual (located in the base of the tongue), tubal (upper throat behind nose, above soft palate) and adenoid (high in throat behind the nose).
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025
Mouth taping can aid in the jaw, tongue, and soft palate into a position that would reduce mouth obstruction according to our expert.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
Spicy orchard fruits define the luscious, soft palate underpinned by caramel, vanilla ice cream, and delightful woody mahogany layers.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Soft palate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soft%20palate. Accessed 15 Feb. 2025.
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