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 | 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...
by Lawrence S. Weiss, MD | Feb 28, 2023 | Weiss ENTuesday Blog
Millions of people suffer from sleep apnea. One common treatment is a breathing machine called a CPAP. But does it really work? Dr. Weiss explains how it works and when it is effective. Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that can be life-threatening....
