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Sleep Apnea Treatment Without a Mask

Finally, a Sleep Apnea Solution That Doesn't Involve a Mask

The Genio® system is an FDA-approved treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. It is meant for people who cannot tolerate CPAP. A small implant, no chest surgery, no battery, and no mask. Whether it is right for you is decided at an in-person evaluation.

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No mask
No hose
No chest surgery
FDA-approved 2025
Mask Free
Illustration of a person asleep in bed at night with a small device on their neck
Just a small nightly patch
The Technology

What Is the Genio System?

Genio is a hypoglossal nerve stimulator made by Nyxoah and FDA-approved in 2025. In plain terms: a small implant that gently moves your tongue forward while you sleep. That keeps your airway open, with no CPAP machine.

The implant goes under your chin through a single small incision. It has no internal battery and no wires through your chest. At night, you attach a small adhesive patch to your neck. That's it. A companion app lets you adjust comfort settings and track your progress.

No internal battery
Single small incision
Companion app
Medical illustration of a small implant positioned under the chin near the nerves of the tongue, with an inset showing it being placed
Placement of the implant beneath the chin, at the hypoglossal nerve.
Three Simple Steps

How Genio Works

One small procedure, then a nightly patch. No charging, no cables, no machine on your nightstand.

1

A One-Time Procedure

A small implant is placed under your chin through a single incision in an outpatient procedure that takes about 90 minutes.
2

A Nightly Patch

Each night, you attach a small adhesive patch to your neck. The patch wirelessly powers the implant, no charging, no cables.
3

An Open Airway, All Night

While you sleep, Genio gently stimulates both sides of your hypoglossal nerve, moving your tongue forward and keeping your airway open.
A person asleep with a small device worn under the chin
Your evaluation decides whether Genio fits you, before anything is scheduled.
Candidacy

Is Genio Right for You?

Genio may be an option if you meet the criteria below. To find out if you qualify, book a consultation with Dr. Dillard.

He'll review your sleep study results, evaluate your airway, and walk you through your options.
  • You have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (AHI between 15 and 65).
  • You've tried CPAP and can't tolerate it, or CPAP hasn't worked for you.
  • You're an adult without complete concentric collapse of the airway (determined during an evaluation).
  • You are not significantly obese.
  • You're looking for a long-term option that doesn't require a mask or hose.
Your Specialist

Why Choose Dr. Dillard for Genio

Dr. David G. Dillard, MD, FACS is an ear, nose, and throat surgeon. He treats the full range of sleep apnea, from conservative management to advanced options like Genio.

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Board-Certified ENT Specialist

Deep expertise in sleep-disordered breathing, from CPAP management to advanced options.

Care All Under One Roof

Evaluation, treatment, and follow-up in one practice, with locations across Georgia.

An Honest Recommendation

We only recommend Genio when it's genuinely a good fit for you.

Common Questions

Questions About Genio

¿Y si sigo necesitando el CPAP después del procedimiento?

Algunos pacientes siguen necesitando el CPAP. Durante su evaluación, el Dr. Dillard valorará cuánta mejoría es probable que usted obtenga. No todos los pacientes son candidatos, y él le dirá con honestidad qué puede esperar.

¿Cómo es la recuperación?

La mayoría de los pacientes retoman sus actividades normales en pocos días. La incisión es pequeña y se ubica debajo del mentón. El Dr. Dillard le dará instrucciones específicas para después del procedimiento en su visita.

¿Este procedimiento está cubierto por el seguro?

La cobertura de la estimulación del nervio hipogloso varía según el plan de seguro. Nuestro equipo verificará sus beneficios antes de su consulta y le explicará qué puede esperar.

¿Necesitaré primero un estudio del sueño?

Sí. Se requiere un estudio del sueño para confirmar su diagnóstico y determinar si su IAH está dentro del rango que Genio está aprobado para tratar. Si usted no se ha hecho un estudio del sueño reciente, podemos coordinarlo en nuestro consultorio.

¿En qué se diferencia Genio de Inspire?

Ambos son estimuladores del nervio hipogloso, pero funcionan de manera diferente. Inspire utiliza estimulación unilateral y requiere una incisión en el pecho para colocar una batería. Genio utiliza estimulación bilateral, no tiene batería interna y se implanta completamente debajo del mentón a través de una sola incisión. El Dr. Dillard puede explicarle qué opción puede ser adecuada para usted según su anatomía y su estudio del sueño.

Take the Next Step

Ready to Find Out If Genio Is Right for You?

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Dillard. We'll review your history and answer your questions. Then you can decide whether Genio is your right next step.
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