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Balloon Sinuplasty: The Process, Side Effects, & Recovery

This minimally invasive, highly effective procedure may be an option for patients with sinus problems that do not respond to other treatments — such as nasal decongestant medications and rinses, antibiotics, or corticosteroids. With its high success rate and low risk of complications, balloon sinuplasty has become one of the […]

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What Is Chronic Rhinitis, and How Can It Be Treated?

What Is Chronic Rhinitis? Chronic rhinitis is a long-term nasal inflammation that leads to persistent nasal congestion, runny nose, postnasal drip, and sneezing. While a common cold or seasonal allergy might come and go, this condition can last for several weeks or months, and often disrupts your sleep, ability to focus, […]

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4 Kinds of Sinusitis and The Treatments for Each

Sinus infections are more than just a stuffy nose. For many people, sinusitis becomes a frustrating cycle of congestion, facial pressure, and fatigue that just won’t go away. However, not all sinus infections are the same, and understanding the different types can help you get the right treatment and long-term relief. […]

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Nasal Polyps vs. Sinus Infection: How to Tell the Difference

“Nasal polyps and sinus infections both affect the sinuses, but they’re completely different conditions,” explains Dr. Arjuna Kuperan, a board-certified ENT sinus specialist in Houston. “Treating one like the other can delay relief, so getting an accurate diagnosis is key.” Below, Dr. Kuperan breaks down how to tell them apart and […]

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Septoplasty vs. Rhinoplasty: What’s the Difference?

“There are two commonly used terms you’ll likely stumble across when researching solutions: septoplasty and rhinoplasty,” Dr. Kuperan explains. “Both of these procedures involve reshaping, repositioning, and removing tissue from the nose — but they’re done for different reasons and to achieve different results.” Here’s a helpful breakdown of each […]

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What Your Mucus Color Says About Your Health

“Mucus may seem minor, but it’s one of the most important indicators we have when something’s not quite right in the nose and sinuses,” Dr. Arjuna Kuperan explains. “Paying attention to it can often catch an issue before it becomes something bigger.” As one of Texas’s few fellowship-certified nose and sinus specialists, Dr. […]

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Benefits Of Breatheplasty™ Vs Turbinate Reduction

Watch the Video What is Turbinate Reduction? Turbinate reduction surgery is a procedure aimed at reducing the size of the turbinates, which are bony structures inside the nose covered by soft tissue. These turbinates can become enlarged due to chronic inflammation, allergies, or other conditions, leading to nasal congestion and […]

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Houston Air Quality: How Poor Air Quality Affects Nasal Breathing

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr•Kuperan|Nose•Sinus•Allergy (@drbreathebetternow) How Does Poor Air Quality Affect Nasal Health and Breathing? Poor quality air can cause inflammation inside the nose and sinuses, which can lead to chronic rhinitis and symptoms such as: Sinus Treatments for Air Quality-Induced Rhinitis There are […]

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Red Flags To Look Out For When Seeking Sinus Treatment

Three ENT Red Flags to Watch for When Seeking Sinus Treatment View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr•Kuperan|Nose•Sinus•Allergy (@drbreathebetternow) Get Quality ENT Care in Houston, TX If you suffer from nasal congestion, chronic sinus infections, or other nose and sinus issues, we can help. Contact us to learn more about your treatment […]

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Septoplasty Before and After: A Journey to Better Breathing

For patients who have undergone septoplasty (deviated septum repair), their “before” and “after” lives are remarkably different. In fact, many patients who have a deviated septum don’t realize just how thoroughly this condition affects their lives until after it has been repaired. Perhaps if they did, says Houston ENT Dr. Arjuna […]

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