Sinus Overview
Sinusitis is a widespread condition affecting 37 million Americans. This inflammation of the sinuses occurs when the sinus opening becomes blocked, preventing mucus from draining properly. It causes cold-like symptoms that include congestion, runny nose, sore throat, facial pain and swelling, loss of smell or taste, bad breath, fatigue and headache.
Treatments include:
- Medication
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Image guided surgery
- Balloon Sinuplasty
- Septoplasty
- Turbinate surgery
Balloon Sinuplasty
This minimally invasive surgical solution is a safe and effective method of enlarging your sinus passages for easier breathing and a drastic reduction in sinusitis symptoms. If you’re suffering from chronic sinusitis and have exhausted your treatment options, you may be a candidate for this procedure.
Benefits of In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty
Write down any questions you may have for your ENT and list your symptoms, when they occurred and any treatments you have tried, even if those symptoms do not seem related to the condition you are being seen for.
- Local Anesthesia
- Fast Recovery
- Comfortable Surroundings
- High Patient Satisfaction
- Potential for Significant Cost Savings
Propel Sinus Implant
The Propel steroid-releasing implant is an alternative treatment for patients experiencing chronic sinus infections. It targets the inflamed sinus tissues directly, opening them up for improved drainage and a reduction in symptoms.
The implant resembles a spring and delivers a measured dose of mometasone furoate, an anti-inflammatory steroid that gradually dissolves. It is completely absorbed by the body four to six weeks after implantation.
