Coblation tonsillectomy procedure is now available for children and the procedure of choice for preschool children with massive tonsil hypertrophy causing sleep disordered breathing. The cold diathermy wand, when used to perform intracapsular tonsillectomy (tonsillotomy), has been shown to be associated with less pain and earlier return to activity and school in large prospective studies. Speak to your surgeon about suitability for your child. Read more about it here