Here at Geelong Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, we understand that any surgery can disrupt your busy, everyday schedule. Most of our patients ask when they can get back to their normal routine after a surgery, and it is common to be somewhat concerned about the post-surgical experience. To help you navigate your pre-surgery and post-surgery experience, we came up with…
Some Hope for the Sleepless
While sleep apnea is a dangerous condition, oral and maxillofacial surgeons can help relief Most patients consider surgery as a last resort. But for those suffering from severe sleep apnea, the alternative can be much worse. The word “apnea” means “temporary cessation of breathing.” Sleep apnea commonly occurs due to some kind of blockage in the air passageway while the individual is sleeping.…