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The Relationship Between Your Sinuses And Your Teeth
People may be unable to sleep because of a constant pounding they are experiencing in their temples and cheeks. When they go to sit up, the dull headache they have begins to sharpen. The pain then quickly travels down their jaw and into their ear. The intense pain they are experiencing causes their teeth to
Can Hearing Aids Help Prevent Dementia?
Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions associated with aging. About one in three people over the age of 65 have measurable hearing loss. After age 70, the incidence of hearing loss increases to 2 out of 3 people. Hearing loss related to age is called presbycusis and involves the receptive hair cells
7 Myths About Tinnitus
Experiencing a ringing in the ears is a condition known as tinnitus. This noise does not come from an outside source, but instead is produced from your own ears and cannot be heard by anyone else. Tinnitus is fairly common and can have a negative impact on your daily life. There are a handful
Smell Training At AOO
Associates of Otolaryngology is pleased to announce that we are offering olfactory training for patients with complaints of dysosmia. We would be happy to evaluate and treat your patients with smell complaints. What is Olfactory Training? · Post-infectious olfactory dysfunction is the most common cause of olfactory dysfunction. · Research shows that olfactory (smell) training is an
What Is the Inspire Implant?
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects millions of Americans and can have a negative impact on a person’s overall health. Luckily, there are ways to treat sleep apnea and help give you a better sleep. Inspire is a modern alternative for those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. This device is a system that is
Nebulized Medications In The Treatment Of Sinus Diseases
Our team at AOO have pioneered the development, use, and research into nebulized medications for the management of difficult chronic sinus cases since 2000. (See links below.) This work has led to an entirely new treatment option being available nationwide for these patients via compounding pharmacies based in California. Dr. Vaughan serves as the director
Vent O’s
Sinus Problems Are you experiencing sinus problems such as facial pain and pressure or difficulty breathing through your nose? You may be suffering from a condition known as sinusitis. At Associates of Otolaryngology, we offer a new way of treating sinusitis that may be right for you at our Denver-area offices. This procedure uses a
Long Term Care of Chronic Nasal/Sinus Disease Following Surgery
Long term care of chronic nasal/sinus disease following surgery Headaches Sleep Apnea Snoring and Nasal Congestion How can nasal congestion cause snoring? At rest and during sleep, nasal breathing is the natural human state. If a situation exists whereby insufficient air is taken in by nasal breathing, mouth breathing takes over. When nasal congestion forces
Balloon Sinuplasty: Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation
All You Need To Know About Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation feel their ears are in a tub. Eustachian tubes connected to both inner ears behind the nasal passage are responsible for draining debris and fluids from the middle ear and pressure equalization and ventilation on both eardrums. Mucus buildup and inflammation lead to blockage and
SLIT vs SCIT in allergy immunotherapy
The nasal cavity is central in breathing processes. The nasal valve is the narrow, internal area of the nose that limits airflow. When it becomes narrower, collapses, or gets in touch with foreign materials, there are breathing problems. Stenosis is the resultant problem that occurs when the nasal cavity collapses; it restricts blood flow by