What is Balloon Sinuplasty?
Balloon Sinuplasty is an in-office procedure used to treat chronic sinusitis. You may be a candidate if you suffer from the following symptoms:
- Congestion
- Diminished Sense of Smell
- Facial Pain/Pressure/Headaches
- Cough & Post Nasal Drip
- Sinus Infection & Sinusitis
- Nasal Discharge
Sinus passages can be safely opened. The goal is to reduce the frequency, duration, and severity of sinus infections. Becker ENT can evaluate your individual problem, and provide the treatment you need to live comfortably again.
The benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty include:
- Promotes draining and natural healing
- Decrease in sinus pressure and pain<
- Performed under local anesthesia
- Minimal down time and recovery
- Long-term relief
Quick Relief that Lasts
Open Blocked Sinuses
A small balloon gently opens and reshapes your sinus pathways, restoring normal sinus drainage
Quick Recovery
Many patients resume normal activities the next day
In-Office Procedure
The Balloon Sinuplasty procedure is performed in our office, and typically lasts 1 hour
Instant Relief
Balloon Sinuplasty keeps sinus passages open, offering long-term relief.
The Procedure
In order to reduce inflammation and swelling of the sinuses, a balloon catheter is inserted into the sinuses in order to open up blocked passages. Once inside, the balloon is inflated, widening and opening up the passages, and saline is used to flush out the accumulated mucus and pus. The balloon is then removed, leaving the sinuses open.
What is Sinusitis?
Sinusitis is a common condition, affecting approximately 37 million Americans each year. It occurs when the nasal passages become swollen and inflamed, blocking the sinus openings and leading to a buildup of mucus and other fluids. This causes germs and bacteria to flourish, resulting in an infection that produces a range of unpleasant symptoms, including runny nose, congestion, nasal discharge, facial pressure and swelling, and a loss of smell.
Who Benefits from Balloon Sinuplasty?
Patients suffering from recurring sinus infections that do not respond to traditional methods of treatment may be candidates for balloon sinuplasty. An ENT specialist will give you a thorough examination and health assessment in order to determine whether this procedure is right for you.
The Procedure
In order to reduce inflammation and swelling of the sinuses, a balloon catheter is inserted into the sinuses in order to open up blocked passages. Once inside, the balloon is inflated, widening and opening up the passages, and saline is used to flush out the accumulated mucus and pus. The balloon is then removed, leaving the sinuses open.
What is Sinusitis?
Sinusitis is a common condition, affecting approximately 37 million Americans each year. It occurs when the nasal passages become swollen and inflamed, blocking the sinus openings and leading to a buildup of mucus and other fluids. This causes germs and bacteria to flourish, resulting in an infection that produces a range of unpleasant symptoms, including runny nose, congestion, nasal discharge, facial pressure and swelling, and a loss of smell.
Who Benefits from Balloon Sinuplasty?
Patients suffering from recurring sinus infections that do not respond to traditional methods of treatment may be candidates for balloon sinuplasty. An ENT specialist will give you a thorough examination and health assessment in order to determine whether this procedure is right for you.