Ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors are uniquely qualified to treat sleep apnea. In many cases, ENTs are able to bring permanent relief for sleep apnea through highly target surgical procedures. Sleep apnea is a condition that affects proper breathing while you sleep. It’s most commonly caused by obstructions in the...
Suffering from the dreaded runny nose? The constant, annoying drip, drip, drip. Maybe you never leave home without a pack of tissues. The skin around your nose may be raw and irritated. If you feel like your nose is a faucet that just won’t turn off, it may be time...
If you are considering a Balloon Sinuplasty procedure, or balloon sinus surgery, you’ll likely want to know what to expect. It’s always good to ask questions and discuss specific details with your doctor before undergoing any type of treatment. Balloon Sinuplasty is a minimal invasive procedure that uses a small balloon...
Balloon Sinuplasty has transformed thousands of lives for patients with chronic sinus problems. If you struggle with the uncomfortable, painful, and far-reaching effects of sinus inflammation, a Balloon Sinuplasty procedure could provide the long-lasting change you need. “Before” Unresolved chronic sinusitis blocks more than your airways—it also frequently blocks your quality of life. The...
In order to diagnose many chronic nasal and sinus conditions, a specialized exam, referred to as nasal endoscopy, may be required. If you've been advised by your ENT doctor that you require a nasal endoscopy, you may have some questions. Here's an overview of nasal endoscopy, how it works, and when and...
If you've ever despaired of finding a solution that can help you breathe better and actually improve ongoing sinus and nasal health problems, there is hope! In-office techniques like balloon sinuplasty and turbinate reduction offer patients relief from pailful symptoms like chronic infection, congestion, post-nasal drip, headaches, snoring and...
If breathing easy isn’t exactly—well, easy—for you, it could be due to airway obstruction. Are you asking yourself, what are the reasons why I can’t breathe well or through my nose? Nasal obstruction, chronic sinusitis, and chronic rhinitis are a few of the most common culprits. These conditions are often interrelated, occurring in...
Do you have questions about balloon Sinuplasty? If so, don’t worry, you’re not alone! It’s only natural to want to understand more about a condition that can negatively effect you or a loved one’s life—and find the path to lasting relief. If you suffer from chronic sinusitis, you may find relief undergoing a...
Treatment for nasal obstruction does not necessarily have to involve the operating room and traumatic surgeries. Yes, it’s actually true! A variety of office-based techniques are now available to address nasal obstruction and may be a great solution before resulting to more aggressive surgical methods. As you may know, nasal obstruction...
The Eustachian tube balloon dilation procedure offers a new treatment option for chronic Eustachian tube dysfunction—and relief from miserable ear pressure and fullness symptoms. You may be familiar with the innovative and widely established treatment for chronic sinusitis known as ballon sinuplasty, also referred to a balloon sinus dilation. It’s an...