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How Jaw Alignment Affects Posture
Malocclusion is a common dental problem affecting millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by an incorrect alignment of the...
Jonathan Alfi
Mar 7, 20232 min read


Breaking Free: How Custom Plates Remove the Need for Wiring the Mouth Shut in Jaw Surgery Recovery
Jaw surgery is a common procedure performed to correct various conditions, such as malocclusion, facial deformities, and trauma to the...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 25, 20232 min read


What Big Pharma Doesn't Want You to Know about Double Jaw Surgery and Acid Reflux
The acid reflux medication industry is a billion-dollar industry. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a class of acid reflux medication, are...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 17, 20232 min read


Mouth-Taping: Is This New Trend a True Solution?
Breathing is an essential process that provides oxygen to our body and allows us to function properly. However, the way we breathe,...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 16, 20232 min read


What Smokers and People With Small Jaws Have in Common
One with amazing health habits may think that they are exercising their peek health potential, but what if they suffer from poor bone...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 13, 20232 min read


Why Misaligned Teeth Can Lead to Poor Breathing and Orthodontics Alone May Not Be Enough
The human mouth is a complex system of structures that work together to perform various functions such as breathing, speaking, and...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 10, 20232 min read


Your Jaw Can Affect Your Personality
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has been widely linked to mood alterations such as depression, anxiety, and irritability. The physiological...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 6, 20231 min read


Your Chin to Neck Angle and Your Airway
The chin to neck angle refers to the position of the chin in relation to the neck. It plays a crucial role in airway patency and can have...
Jonathan Alfi
Feb 2, 20232 min read


Not a Cosmetic Procedure! Or Is It?
Double jaw surgery, or orthognathic surgery, is a procedure of rare complexity and nuance, requiring the skill of a highly trained...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 30, 20232 min read


Breathing Through the Nose Means Better Bones
The way we breathe can have a significant impact on our overall health and well-being, and a good airway is fundamental for thriving. In...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 26, 20232 min read


Seeking a Nose Job When You May Need Jaw Surgery
Rhinoplasty, or a "nose job," is a procedure that is said to be used not only to improve the appearance of the nose, but also to correct...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 24, 20232 min read


Can a New Chin Help You Breathe?
A genioplasty, or chin augmentation, is an amazing way to get a desirable facial proportion. A custom 3D titanium implant is used not...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 20, 20232 min read


Facial Asymmetry and Sleep Apnea | Are They Related?
Facial asymmetry is a common condition that can have a significant impact on a person's overall appearance and self-esteem. And, facial...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 19, 20231 min read


Is a Faster Surgery a Better Surgery?
Early this year in Houston, Dr. Alfi was able to achieve a double-jaw surgery, open to close, in just fifty minutes. Such a surgical time...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 18, 20232 min read


Can Jaw Surgery Improve Mood and Libido?
Sleep apnea is a disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of cessation or significant reduction in breathing during sleep often...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 17, 20232 min read


Here's Why Custom Orthognathic is Superior for the Airway
Custom 3D printed orthognathic plates have revolutionized the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, offering numerous advantages over...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 16, 20232 min read


Post-Surgery Diet for a Great Recovery
In recovering from double jaw surgery, the right diet can help to speed up healing and expedite comfort. That's why at AOS, every amazing...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 13, 20232 min read


Better Breathing Exercises to Improve Your Health!
Today, we're going to talk about the many benefits of deep breathing, and how it can help you to achieve optimal oral and overall health....
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 12, 20232 min read


Symptoms of OSA and Why You Want a Healthy Airway
The most common symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) include loud snoring, episodes of interrupted breathing during sleep, excessive...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 12, 20232 min read


The Benefits of Double-Jaw Surgery (DJS)
Custom double jaw surgery, also known as bimaxillary surgery, has been found to be an amazing treatment option for those suffering from...
Jonathan Alfi
Jan 12, 20232 min read
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