Office based procedures performed under local anesthesia allows you to avoid the negative effects, costs, or risks associated with general anesthesia.
What is Balloon Sinuplasty?
Do you have consistent nasal congestion, headaches, and facial pain? You might have chronic sinusitis.
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive treatment for chronic sinusitis. In this procedure, the physician uses a small balloon to expand the sinus opening to restore drainage.
Although it sounds invasive, it’s actually a comfortable procedure that can be performed right here in our office . This treatment can also reduce your costs compared to alternative procedures.
Watch This Video To Learn More.
Patient Testimonial
Jim Greer’s Ballon Sinuplasty Experience
Watch the video to hear Jims experience in his own words.
Your ENT Urgent Care Doctors
70% of all urgent care and minute-clinic visits are ear, nose, and throat related.
So before you visit those walk-in clinics, consider coming to us: The Ear, Nose, and Throat Institute.
So before you visit those walk-in clinics, consider coming to us: The Ear, Nose, and Throat Institute.
Here at the ENT Institute, we pride ourselves in being the urgent care for your ear, nose, and throat. Whether that means issues with sinuses, hearing loss, sleep disorders, or even speech.
Let our family take care of yours with same-day appointments. We’re also open, early Friday and Saturdays for immediate care.
What are the benefits of an in office procedure?
How does balloon sinuplasty work to treat chronic sinusitis?
Office based procedures performed under local anesthesia allows you to avoid the negative effects, costs, or risks associated with general anesthesia.
How quickly can I return to normal activities?
Many patients can resume normal activities immediately. Your doctor may recommend you refrain from strenuous activities (such as heavy lifting) for a week after treatment.
What are the potential risks and complications?
As with any medical intervention, potential risks and complications exist with balloon sinus dilation. All patients should consult their doctors to determine if their conditions present any specific risks. Possible side effects include, but not limited to, post-operative bleeding, pain and swelling, allergic reaction to anesthesia or other medications administered during the procedure, or infection.
Is this suitable for everyone?
Only your physician can tell you if balloon sinus dilation is a viable option to treat your sinusitis. Experience has shown that many patients with recurring or persistent sinusitis can be treated with balloon sinus dilation.
How much does it cost?
The specialists here will discuss your options for payment, although the insurance provider will have final say on what costs are transferred to you.