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Benefits Of Sinus Surgery We Don’t Think About

Reasons to Get Sinus Surgery Sinus surgery is an effective option for people who suffer from chronic sinus infections or diseases that do not respond to noninvasive medical treatment. Severe sinusitis, sinus/nasal polyps, structural abnormalities within the nose and/or nasal passages and, more rarely, cancer of the sinuses are common […]

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5 Myths About Your Sinuses

To help you get the answers you need, our team of compassionate, skilled medical experts here at Houston Advanced Nose & Sinus has put together this list of the most common myths about sinuses: 1) Aren’t sinus symptoms always caused by a sinus infection? One of the most common myths […]

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How Long Does It Take To Recover From Sinus Surgery

Sinus Surgery The goal of sinus surgery is to open the nasal pathway to promote healthy breathing. Causes of obstruction to nasal pathways include damaged or swollen tissue, tumors, mucous membranes, nasal polyps, or pieces of bone. Obstruction can also be caused by severe swelling referred to as sinusitis which […]

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Minimally Invasive Options For In-office Sinus Surgery

In-Office Balloon Sinuplasty Balloon sinuplasty is prescribed to patients who are suffering from frustrating sinus infections.  The procedure is minimally invasive, with no visible cuts, or change in appearance. The procedure is performed through the nostril opening, where a small camera called an endoscope looks inside. The camera serves as […]

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Difference Between a Cold and Sinus Infection

Your sinuses are the passageways behind your eyes that run through the skull, producing mucus to keep the inside of the nose moist. During a sinus infection — which can be brought on by bacteria, a virus, or even an allergy — the person may experience sinus pressure behind the […]

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The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep

You probably have an intuitive understanding already. Losing sleep can cause you to lose focus, become more susceptible to getting sick, and can lead to other comorbidities. Houston Advanced Nose & Sinus knows too well that one of the common culprits is allergies along with their direct detriment on your […]

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What to Expect From an Endoscopic Surgery

What is Sinusitis? Sinusitis is the swelling of the sinuses that causes nasal congestion and discomfort. Symptoms usually include pressure around the face, thick nasal drainage, congestion, blocked ears, a stuffy nose, coughing and more. Nasal blockage can be caused by a number of issues including allergies, polyps, viruses, deviated […]

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How Nasal Congestion Lowers Your Quality of Life

What Is Sinusitis? Behind the cheekbones, in the forehead, and between the eyes sit the sinuses, hollow air spaces in the bones that produce mucus to keep the inside of the nose moist. The mucous act as a protective barrier agent against allergens, pollutants, and dust in the air we […]

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The Origin of Balloon Sinuplasty

What is Balloon Sinuplasty? Balloon sinuplasty is typically recommended for patients who suffer from chronic sinus infections, when other treatments have been ineffective. Balloon sinuplasty is a procedure used by rhinologists to clear blocked sinuses. It is performed in-office with local or general anesthesia. The surgeon uses an endoscope as […]

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