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The length of your appointment depends on the type of testing being performed. Skin prick testing is often completed in less than an hour, including…
Most patients experience very little discomfort during allergy testing. Skin prick testing involves lightly touching the surface of the skin rather…
Many patients experience lasting improvement after balloon sinuplasty, but no procedure can prevent every future sinus problem. Ongoing allergies,…
Balloon sinuplasty widens blocked sinus passages using a small balloon catheter without removing bone or tissue. Traditional sinus surgery may…
Many insurance plans cover balloon sinuplasty when it is considered medically appropriate. Coverage varies depending on your insurance provider and…
Some patients continue allergy treatment after balloon sinuplasty, particularly if allergies contribute to ongoing inflammation inside the nose and…
Most patients tolerate balloon sinuplasty well. The procedure is typically performed using local anesthesia to improve comfort, and many patients…
For appropriate candidates, balloon sinuplasty may improve sinus drainage by widening blocked sinus openings. Better drainage can reduce the…
If you are currently recovering, you are likely experiencing normal post-operative swelling. The mucosal tissues in the nose become highly inflamed…
Protecting your nose while sleeping is crucial to the healing process. ENT specialists strongly recommend sleeping strictly on your back with your…