Signs Your Newborn Is Tongue-Tied
Occasionally, you’ll hear someone say they’re tongue-tied when they can’t find the right words to say or they have a brief lapse in speech. While these moments are harmless for adults, being tongue-tied as a newborn can inhibit vital activities, such as breastfeeding. For those unfamiliar with this condition, tongue-tie is a congenital anomaly that…
Signs Your Thyroid Is Off
Are you feeling “off” lately? Like your mood is off, you’re tired all the time, and your appetite has changed? There are a number of conditions that can lead to these symptoms and other signs of irregularity, but often times when patients have gone through the ringer with their health, there’s one particular problem that…
What Are Sinuses? (Sinus Anatomy)
You’ve probably heard the term “sinuses” before, and you’re probably aware of their location, as well as some of their basic functions. Nevertheless, the team at AOC Physicians wants to take this opportunity to go over the anatomy and purpose of a person’s sinuses. Especially since many patients have come into our offices complaining of…
Custom Hearing Protection to Prevent Swimmer’s Ear and Premature Hearing Loss
Do you develop chronic ear infections after swimming in a pool, lake, or the ocean? Do you have a profession that exposes your ears to loud noises frequently? If you answered yes to either or both of these questions, you may benefit from simple medical tools that offer hearing protection, like a custom swim mold…
AOC Physicians Makes Phoenix Magazine’s 2017 Top Docs
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! We’re pleased to announce three of our physicians were recognized as Top Docs in PHOENIX magazine‘s 22nd edition. Dr. Glenn Rothman, Dr. David Simms, and Dr. Scott Schraff were featured among 545 of the Valley’s best and brightest! In addition to receiving this recognition, Dr. Rothman was noted as a…
Understanding Hearing Screenings at School
Like many health problems, conditions of the ears are best treated when diagnosed early. For this reason, the state of Arizona has legislation in place that requires schools to provide screenings for hearing disorders. Students typically have their hearing tested in kindergarten with subsequent hearing tests occurring each year until the second grade. After these…
What is nasal sinus irrigation, and will it help my allergies?
Pouring water into your nose may seem like a strange thing to do, but it just might help with your allergies. Nasal sinus irrigation has been practiced since ancient times in India. And modern research shows that it is indeed safe and effective, if done correctly. How does sinus irrigation work? Nasal sinus irrigation is basically…
Fast Facts About a Deviated Septum
Who: Anyone can have a deviated septum! In fact, about 80% of the population has some degree of this condition. What: A septum is the little piece of cartilage that divides the two nostrils. When the septum deviates, it moves slightly off-center, causing the nose to appear crooked. When: Because the condition is so common,…
Vertigo vs. Dizziness
The otolaryngologists at AOC Physicians often see patients come in suffering from dizziness and signs of vertigo. These two symptoms can be caused by a number of ear conditions, including diseases of the inner ear, viral infections, and more. However, by defining the symptom, a physician can better diagnose the underlying condition. Vertigo is similar…
Returning to School After a Tonsillectomy
Parents have a big job after their child comes home from a tonsillectomy procedure. Between keeping a medication schedule and encouraging kids to eat with a sore throat, recovery can be tough on children. Many parents wonder when it’s ok for kids to return to school following their procedure. This can be a difficult decision…