Sleep Apnea and Hearing Loss: Understanding the Connection
If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you might not know that this condition could be putting your hearing health at risk. Below, we explore the relationship between sleep apnea and hearing loss, along with tips on managing both. What Is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects breathing during sleep, often…
Dr. Marsha Reuther Honored by Inspire Institute Excellence Committee
Dr. Marsha Reuther of San Diego ENT is the first female provider in California to be recognized as an Inspire Excellence Program Member. Inspire is an FDA-approved obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment option for people who cannot use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy. OSA affects 22 million Americans. Unfortunately, many go untreated, which can…
2021’s Biggest Facial Plastic Surgery Trends
With 2020 finally in the rearview mirror, this is the year to do something just for you. Plastic surgery can make your look and feel younger, helping you feel like an even better version of yourself. When deciding which treatment is best for you, consider what experts think will be the most popular facial plastic…
Do Antibiotics Work to Treat Ear Infections?
Not all ear infections are the same. Depending on the cause, severity and location of your infection, your doctor may recommend a wait-and-see treatment approach or prescribe a course of antibiotics. Understanding which types of infections require medication and which will resolve on their own is important, as untreated ear infections can have serious side…
Salivary Gland Problems
Saliva, produced by the salivary glands inside the cheeks, under the tongue and at the floor of the mouth, protects your teeth against bacteria, assists in the digestion of food, helps with swallowing and lubricates your mouth. There are a number of issues that can interfere with the production or drainage process, leading to a…
Increased Head & Neck Injuries from Cellphone Usage
Cellphones have been a staple accessory since the iPhone was invented in 2007. In addition to helping us connect with others all over the world and improve our speed of communication, cellphone usage may also be responsible for an increase in head and neck injuries. New Research on Head & Neck Injuries This past December,…
COVID-19
As you know, we are in the midst of a pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus. As a health care facility, we have an obligation to serve our patients while at the same time doing our best to limit the spread of this highly contagious disease. We have instituted internal policies to limit patient and…