VivAer® Procedure
What Is Nasal Obstruction? Many people with nasal obstruction experience difficulty breathing through their nose, habitual snoring, interrupted sleep, and fatigue. Nasal obstruction is often caused by anatomical blockage in the nose, hindering airflow. As a result, you may feel congested or “stuffy.” Home remedies and medications may offer temporary relief. It’s only when your […]
RhinAer® Procedure
What Is Chronic Rhinitis? Chronic rhinitis results in a persistently runny nose and often postnasal drip, congestion, coughing, itching, and sneezing. While some symptoms may be related to allergies, symptoms from chronic rhinitis may occur all year long. This challenging condition can negatively impact your life in countless ways, and trying to find an effective […]
Nasal & Sinus Disease
Nasal and sinus disorders are very common – yet many don’t realize there are treatments available for some common issues such as sleep apnea and snoring, sinus infections, and other breathing problems. At ENT & Allergy Center of Austin, we see patients with all manner of nasal and sinus disease. Two of the most common […]
Propel® Sinus Stent
For patients undergoing sinus surgery, we offer the dual-purpose benefits of the Propel® sinus stent. A combination stent and medication-delivery platform in a single device, the Propel sinus stent is a spring-like implant used by our ENT surgeons to hold open the sinuses after sinus surgery while at the same time delivering controlled amounts of steroids […]
Latera® Nasal Implant
More than 20 million Americans suffer from nasal airway obstruction, which can cause: Difficulty breathing at rest and/or while exercising Reduced sleep time or sleep quality Reduced daytime productivity Structural blockages are common in three areas of the nose: septum, turbinate, and the cartilage on the side of the nose that can collapse inward when breathing. If nasal […]
Turbinate Reduction
What is turbinate reduction surgery? Turbinate reduction surgery corrects nasal obstruction by reducing the size of the turbinates inside the nose, creating more space for breathing. Turbinates appear as ridges of tissue on the walls inside the nostrils. They warm, humidify, and filter the air as it flows through the nose. They may become enlarged due […]
Septoplasty
Do you have a deviated septum? This surgery is for you. The nasal septum – the wall between your nostrils – is a piece of cartilage that gives your nose its shape. But if it is bent or irregularly shaped, it can cause pain, difficulty breathing through the nose, sleep apnea, and chronic sinusitis, among other symptoms. […]
Nasal Polypectomy
Audiology: Hearing Tests and Hearing Aids If nasal polyps are blocking the flow of mucus from your sinus cavities, a nasal polypectomy can open up those passageways and help you breathe easier. Nasal polyps are common noncancerous growths that line the nose or sinuses and look like teardrops. They may develop due to repeated inflammation of the […]
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Chronic Sinusitis Treatment If you have chronic sinusitis and have not responded well to medication or other forms of treatment, your ENT physician may recommend endoscopic sinus surgery. Also called functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), this minimally invasive procedure can quickly and easily remove blockages and open drainage of the sinus cavities. There is little tissue damage and no visible […]
Balloon Sinuplasty
The ear, nose, and throat surgeons at ENT & Allergy Center of Austin were the first in the area to offer patients the convenience and efficiency of in-office balloon sinuplasty. This minimally invasive sinus surgery involves the use of a small, flexible catheter to open blocked sinus passageways. The surgeon guides the catheter through the nasal cavity and […]