by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | Sep 26, 2023 | News
The most common cause of snoring and OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) is excess weight. We now have a program to help you lose weight and resolve snoring! Semaglutide injections are used along with a low-calorie, low-fat diet and exercise program to help with weight loss...
by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | May 23, 2023 | Weiss ENTuesday Blog
A question that patients sometimes ask is: can sinuplasty help with snoring and sleep apnea? Dr. Weiss explains the conditions and the procedure, and answers this important question. What is Sinuplasty? Sinuplasty is a medical procedure, performed by a doctor,...
by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | May 9, 2023 | Weiss ENTuesday Blog
Inspire is an implantable medical device that can be a highly effective treatment option for people with OSA who cannot tolerate or do not benefit from CPAP therapy. Dr Weiss will discuss how it works, how it is implanted, and the effectiveness of the device. We...
by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | Apr 11, 2023 | Weiss ENTuesday Blog
Nearly 45 percent of adults snore. For most it’s a minor issue and an elbow in the side from their sleep partner usually fixes it – at least temporarily. But for seven percent of the population, that snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, a condition that...
by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | Mar 14, 2023 | Weiss ENTuesday Blog
Surgery is generally a last resort for treating snoring and sleep apnea after non-invasive treatments such as lifestyle changes, using a dental appliance at night, and CPAP have been tried. However, when appropriate, there are a number of surgical options that can...
