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UB physicians perform landmark procedure on first adolescent sleep apnea patient in Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. ­— Eighteen-year-old Rayshawn (Ray) Barrett hadn’t slept soundly in years. His obstructive sleep apnea was so pronounced that he was regularly falling asleep in class, his grades were ...

Man undergoes extensive double-jaw surgery with shocking results after years of bullying, finally feels 'attractive' (exclusive)

“I can finally look into a mirror and not be self-conscious about my jaw," Zachary West tells PEOPLE ...
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How does an implant for sleep apnea work?

Medically reviewed by Valerie Cacho, MD Key Takeaways A sleep apnea implant sends a signal to move the tongue and keep the ...
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Early surgery can help kids with sleep-disordered breathing — in surprising ways

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Children with sleep-disordered breathing had lower health care use after tonsil removal. Those who had surgery ...
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UB Physicians Perform Landmark Surgical Procedure on Local Adolescent Sleep Apnea Patient for First Time

BUFFALO, N.Y. ­— Eighteen-year-old Rayshawn (Ray) Barrett hadn’t slept soundly in years. His obstructive sleep apnea was so pronounced that he was regularly falling asleep in class, his grades were ...