Sinus Care
Working in association with the ENT Specialty Care Center at Sparks Health System, Sparks Ear, Nose and Throat Center - West evaluates, diagnoses and treats nasal and sinus problems. Our ENT doctors have a broad range of experience to provide care for everything from nasal congestion and smell and taste disorders, to a deviated septum or broken nose — including plastic and reconstructive surgery. Working closely with specialists in allergy and immunology, neurology and other specialties, we deliver care through services such as:
- Allergy/immunotherapy
- Balloon sinuplasty
- Laser sinus treatment
- Radiofrequency ablation for nasal and sinus congestion
- Septoplasty
- Sinus surgery, including endoscopic surgery
- Sleep medicine services to address snoring, sleep apnea and other disorders
- Turbinate surgery
The Latest Treatment for Sinusitis
Balloon sinuplasty offers a safe, minimally invasive option to alleviate symptoms for those who suffer from headaches, congestion, fatigue and other symptoms associated with sinusitis, During the procedure, small, flexible devices are inserted into the nostrils to gently open blocked sinus openings — in many cases without tissue or bone removal. Benefits from the procedure include:
- Reduced bleeding – Since often there is no need to remove tissue or bone, there is less bleeding and a reduced need for uncomfortable nasal packing.
- Quicker recovery – While recovery time varies for each individual, many people can return to normal activities within 24 hours.
- Does not limit other options – Balloon sinuplasty can be used with other medical therapies or sinus surgery techniques, and does not limit future treatment options for those with progressive disease.