Drs. Ahman, Mayers and Janowski and Cooks for Books

At Orthodontic Associates, we value children's literacy, which is why we are continuing supporters of the Lima Juniors Service League. Our involvement within the service league has focused on their Cooks for Books- Chef Challenge, an annual must-attend event and fundraiser at the Lima Veterans Civic Center in Lima, OH. This year's theme for the Cooks for Books fundraiser was “A Black and White Affair: Celebrating 75 Years of Lima Junior Service League.”

In celebration of the program's diamond anniversary, six local chefs prepared appetizer samples. Everyone had the opportunity to vote for their appetizer favorites. One of the event highlights was when the two chefs with the most votes competed in a Iron Chef style competition using a secret ingredient.

Next time you're in for an appointment, let us know if you have any questions about the Lima Junior Service League or the Cooks for Books- Chef Challenge event! Our office enjoys supporting children's literacy through non-profit organizations and community events.

Have a great week,

Your friends at Orthodontics Associates

Sleep disorders and treatment options in Lima, Celina and Ottawa

Drs. Ahman, Janowski and Mayers know sleep disorders are fairly common, with around 50 to 70 million Americans being affected by some type chronic sleep disorder, with some of these progressing to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), which can cause loss of sleep among many other health problems. Snoring is one of the most easily identified symptoms, and as it worsens it can lead to full airway blockage while you sleep, which can severely disrupt your sleep patterns.

Sleep apnea is considered a serious medical problem that if left untreated can lead to high blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart failure and stroke. It can also take a toll on your overall energy level, as sleep apnea causes an ongoing state of fatigue.

There are several different approaches to sleep apnea treatment, including:

• Surgery to the jaws or airway tissue to open the airway. This is typically only used in the most severe cases.
• Continuous airway pressure therapy which involves a mask and machine (CPAP machine) to keep your throat muscles and tissue open while sleeping
• Oral appliance therapy, a less intrusive method involving a customized oral device that positions your jaw in a favorable position to keep your airway open while you sleep.

If you suspect that you may suffer from a sleep disorder or sleep apnea, give us a call. Depending on your situation, treatment may involve an oral device that we can custom-create for you.

Happy Tuesday!