Balloon Sinuplasty™ Imagine your life without chronic sinus issues.
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Is this your unending experience due to aching sinus pain? Have you suffered from multiple sinus infections in the past year? And are you tired of taking medication, only to find temporary relief?
Are you experiencing these symptoms?
- difficulty breathing through the nose
- pressure in the forehead and cheeks
- pain and swelling around your eyes and nose
- upper teeth pain
- recurring sinus infections
- congestion or stuffy nose
- thick, yellow-green nasal discharge
- low fever (99-100 degrees)
- bad breath
- fatigue
- reduced sense of smell and taste
- ear pain
If you answered “yes” to these questions, we invite you to explore the information here to learn about your sinus treatment options and how a tiny balloon can change your life.
Are you tired of taking medication, only to find temporary relief?
Balloon Sinuplasty™ 101
How will Balloon Sinuplasty™ improve my life?
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"Determining the right treatment for sinus patients is not a 'one size fits all' approach. Balloon Sinuplasty™ is an innovative procedure for a unique group of sinus sufferers. It provides relief and an office-based option for sinus treatment."
Jeffery LaCour, MD -
"I enjoy helping patients return to their daily activities by improving their quality of life. Balloon Sinuplasty™ is a great procedure for the appropriate patient and may reduce the amount of medications used to treat recurring sinus issues.""
D’Antoni Dennis, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chronic Sinusitis?
- What are my treatment options for chronic sinusitis?
- What is Balloon Sinuplasty™?
- What are the benefits of having the Balloon Sinuplasty™ procedure in-office?
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Chronic sinusitis is a common condition where your sinus cavities become swollen for at least 12 weeks – despite treatment attempts. This impacts drainage, which leads to mucus buildup. Chronic sinusitis can be caused by an infection, nasal polyps (growths in sinuses) or by a deviated nasal septum. It is a condition that is commonly seen in young and middle-aged adults.
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If you suffer from sinus issues, your ENT specialist will work with you to determine the best treatment plan. Some options include nasal sprays, antibiotics, oral steroids, CT scans and in-office endoscopies.
When medications (i.e. decongestants, nasal steroids) no longer work and only give you temporary relief, you might be a candidate for sinus surgery or Balloon Sinuplasty™.
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Unlike traditional sinus surgery, Balloon Sinuplasty™ is a simple and safe procedure that requires no cutting of nasal bone or tissue. It’s used to relieve the pain and pressure associated with chronic sinusitis.
A tiny, flexible balloon is placed into the nose to reach the blocked sinuses and then inflated to restructure the sinus opening. And in most cases, you can have this effective procedure, be home in less than two hours and back to your usual routine in a couple of days or sooner.
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Patients undergo local anesthesia.
It’s a minimally invasive procedure that uses a small device that’s inserted through the nostril to gently open the blocked sinus openings.
Most patients have a fast recovery and return to normal activities or work within 2 days.
The procedure is performed in the comfort of your doctor’s office rather than in a hospital operating room.
96% of patients experience positive results, and the majority of patients recommend the in-office procedure to family and friends.
Meet Our Physicians
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Jeffrey B. LaCour
MD
Otolaryngology
Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
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D'Antoni C. Dennis
MD
Otolaryngology
Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology