Hi Donna:

I have had my throat dilated quite a few times since the end of my treatments. I initially had it done about every 6 months, when swallowing became very difficult. It's done during an endoscopy where you are asleep, or almost, depending on what you are given. I never felt any pain during the procedure, nor afterwards. It did help me swallow better, but my relief only lasted about 3 months. Others, it may have helped more. Now, I usually have it done about twice a year, but, I still have trouble swallowing probably from all the scar tissue. Ask your doctor, because it's a pretty standard practice for us who have been radiated to our neck area. Good luck. You mentioned you could eat, but you never mentioned that you had trouble swallowing.
julieann