surgery for deviated septum Archives

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Jan

What Are the Causes of Snoring

Published: January 31, 2017

Snoring is often treated as an embarrassment or a comical problem, but its health implications run far deeper. For the many millions of Americans who snore during their sleep every night, the snoring can be a harbinger of significant health problems including drowsiness, mood disorders, heart problems, and even loss of cognitive function. Snoring isn’t … Continue reading What Are the Causes of Snoring →

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Jan

Deviated Septum: To Treat or Fix?

Published: January 5, 2017

Deviated septum is an extremely common condition. In fact it’s more common than not: four out of five adults have a septum that is deviated to one side or the other. The symptoms of a deviated septum are hard to miss, especially if they hound you throughout your life. They include issues such as nosebleeds, … Continue reading Deviated Septum: To Treat or Fix? →

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Dec

Septoplasty FAQ: What Causes a Deviated Septum?

Published: December 4, 2016

Deviated septum is a common disorder – so common, in fact, that well more than half of all Americans show signs of septal deviation. The condition is characterized by a nasal septum that is offset to one side or another, creating asymmetry within the wall that runs between your nostrils. Some deviated septums are plainly … Continue reading Septoplasty FAQ: What Causes a Deviated Septum? →

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Oct

Ask the Best Deviated Septum Doctor

Published: October 17, 2015

As a Los Angeles sinus surgeon, I help my patients wth everything from snoring to sinusitis to chronic infections. One of the most common issues facing any sinus specialist is a deviated septum, a simple anatomical quirk which can have far-reaching effects on a patient’s health. Why should a little asymmetry matter in your daily … Continue reading Ask the Best Deviated Septum Doctor →