Great Neck ENT

08/18/2026

🧠 Could better sleep help protect your brain?

Growing research continues to link obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) with cognitive decline, memory problems, and an increased risk of dementia. A recent HealthDay article: "More Evidence Links Sleep Apnea to Dementia and Memory Loss" highlights additional evidence supporting the connection between sleep-disordered breathing and long-term brain health.

Sleep apnea is more than just snoring. Repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep can disrupt restorative sleep and reduce oxygen levels throughout the night.

⚠️ Common signs of sleep apnea may include:
• Loud or persistent snoring
• Gasping or choking during sleep
• Witnessed pauses in breathing
• Morning headaches
• Daytime fatigue or sleepiness
• Difficulty concentrating or problems with memory

The takeaway: Don’t ignore the signs of sleep apnea. Identifying and treating sleep-disordered breathing may be an important part of protecting your overall health — including your brain health.

If you or someone you love is experiencing symptoms, consider scheduling with Dr. Josh Werber and Dr. Karen Haunss who are both ENT/sleep specialists.

08/18/2026

Tired of relying on a tissue box?

Chronic rhinitis can be more than just a “non-stop runny nose.” Ongoing nasal obstruction, postnasal drip, sneezing, and irritation can affect your sleep, breathing, and everyday quality of life.

When medications aren’t providing enough relief, Temperature-Controlled Radiofrequency (TCRF) may be an option. This minimally invasive, in-office treatment uses controlled radiofrequency energy to target nasal tissue involved in chronic rhinitis symptoms—with minimal downtime and no incisions.

👃 Breathe easier
💧 Reduce chronic nasal symptoms
💊 Rely less on daily medications
💙 Improve your quality of life

Wondering if TCRF is right for you? Schedule an evaluation with our ENT specialists to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.

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07/16/2026

🩺 New Research Spotlight: Inspire® Therapy & Long-Term Heart Health

Exciting new research published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery suggests that Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation (Inspire® Therapy) may provide more than just relief from obstructive sleep apnea.

Researchers found that, over time, patients treated with hypoglossal nerve stimulation experienced:
✅ Lower rates of new diabetes diagnoses
✅ Lower rates of new hypertension diagnoses
✅ Potential long-term cardiovascular benefits that continue to be studied

While additional research is needed to better understand the long-term impact on cardiovascular events, these findings reinforce the importance of treating obstructive sleep apnea—not just for better sleep, but for your overall health.

If you've struggled with CPAP or are looking for an alternative treatment for sleep apnea, Inspire® therapy may be an option.

📍 Great Neck Ear, Nose & Throat
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Josh Werber & Dr. Karen Haunss
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07/09/2026

Are you having trouble using your CPAP machine? Are you looking for an alternative? Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation may be your answer!

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HNS) is a treatment for obstructive
sleep apnea (OSA). HNS uses a small medical device placed inside
the body during surgery. The device gently stimulates a nerve that helps move the tongue forward during sleep, which helps the air-way stay open and improves breathing. This treatment may be used in adults or select older children who cannot tolerate a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device, a common firstline treatment for OSA.

Dr. Josh Werber is a Long Island, NY surgeon partnering with to provide an alternative to patients who have tried and failed CPAP treatment!

Call our office today to get more information at 516-829-3466 or visit us online at www.greatneckent.com (link in bio).

05/21/2026

Tonsil stones stealing your confidence? CO₂ laser cryptolysis may be the answer for you.

Bye-bye tonsil stones. Hello fresher breath. 👋 CO₂ laser cryptolysis targets the pockets where stones hide, destroying their hiding place.

Tired of repeated self-removal but not willing to go through with and a full tonsillectomy? Then CO₂ laser cryptolysis is for you!

Call our office today for more information at 516-829-3466 or schedule online using Zocdoc

05/19/2026

Walking Slower? Why Your Ears, Not Your Knees, Might Be the Problem👂

Apple’s hearing study used real-world data from more than 57,000 iPhone users to make an important health connection. If you find yourself walking more slowly than you used to, it might be time to get your hearing checked.

Previous studies have shown that hearing loss is also associated with dementia, depression, loneliness and an increased risk of falling.

We offer hearing tests right here in our Great Neck, Long Island office, 5 days a week! Call us today to schedule at 516-829-3466.

04/27/2026

🛑 Sleep Disordered Breathing Alert🚨

Evidence indicates that chronic rhinitis, regardless of allergy status, is associated with sleep fragmentation and lighter non-REM sleep, with some groups showing reduced REM sleep.

When REM sleep is reduced, fragmented, or delayed, people may experience:

-excessive daytime sleepiness
-fatigue despite “enough hours” in bed
-poor concentration / brain fog
-irritability or mood changes
-reduced motivation

It's proven that sleep improves after procedures such as functional endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal/septal surgery.

Interested in learning more? Please call us at 516-829-3466 to schedule a consult.

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04/20/2026

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04/20/2026

Can a simple👂surgery protect your MEMORY? A major new study suggests the answer is YES.

A new study published in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the official peer-reviewed publication of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF), finds that TWO common and treatable causes of conductive hearing loss—eardrum perforations and cholesteatoma, a type of abnormal skin growth in the middle ear—are associated with higher odds of dementia.

The key is simply restoring the flow of auditory information to the 🧠, whether through a device or a surgical fix.

GOOD NEWS❗
We have the resources you need. Whether it be hearing aids or surgical intervention we are here to help. Call our office today to learn about your options at 516-829-3466 or schedule online via our website at www.greatneckent.com .

04/13/2026

It’s not just sleep. It’s your brain 🧠. Your heart ❤️. Your whole body🚨.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has numerous health consequences, largely stemming from it promoting whole-body inflammation and disrupting the normal immune system function. The biological pathways linking OSA to inflammation and a weakened immune system are complex but begin with intermittent drops in blood oxygen levels during sleep.

Persistent inflammation in the body and a weakened immune system may make individuals more vulnerable to a number of health concerns.

If you are concerned you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) please call our office to schedule a sleep study. Our sleep studies are completed right in the comfort of your own home, on your own!

Call us today at 516-829-3466 or visit our website at www.greatneckent (link in bio) to schedule a consult.