sinus surgery los angeles Archives

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Jan

The Limits of the CPAP

Published: January 23, 2016

For many years, the continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, machine has been the standard in treating obstructive sleep apnea. Designed to produce a seal over the nose and mouth to open the airway with a gentle breeze – the positive pressure of the name – CPAPs have shown exceptionally good results in many millions … Continue reading The Limits of the CPAP →

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Oct

Getting through Septoplasty

Published: October 10, 2015

Nasal septoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to correct or repair a deviated nasal septum. Many patients undergo septoplasty to promote better breathing, especially during sleep when slackness in the mouth and jaw can place undue stress on the nasal airways. My patients at my Los Angeles sinus surgery practice often ask about what septoplasty … Continue reading Getting through Septoplasty →

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May

Why Allergy Testing Matters

Published: May 10, 2015

We live in a time and a region where shifting weather can put a significant strain on sinuses. Although some people wrestle with permanent allergies whose cause is clear, many more struggle with seasonal allergies that seems to wax and wane with with each passing month. One recent article in the Baltimore Sun highlighted the … Continue reading Why Allergy Testing Matters →