Sinus Surgery

Explore Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery for Lasting Relief

Struggling with chronic sinusitis? Wondering if sinus surgery could be your solution? Explore the different types of minimally invasive sinus surgeries and how they can help you find relief.

Chronic sinusitis can significantly impact your quality of life, particularly when conventional treatments prove ineffective. Fortunately, sinus surgery provides a potential solution for persistent symptoms. Surgery can remove obstructions, enlarge sinus openings, and improve airflow.

When is Surgery Necessary?

Sinus surgery is considered when chronic sinusitis symptoms persist for 12 weeks or longer despite medical treatment. Our ENT doctor, an otolaryngologist, will thoroughly examine your ear, nose, and throat to look for obstructions and abnormalities that might contribute to your condition.

You May Benefit from Surgery If

• Chronic Sinusitis: You have experienced symptoms for more than 12 weeks, and your condition hasn’t improved with medications.

• Nasal Polyps: You have noncancerous growths lining your nose or sinuses.

• Complications from Sinusitis: Your sinusitis has caused other health issues, such as pneumonia, worsening asthma, eye infections, or even meningitis.

What Sinus Surgery Options Are Available?

• Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is a common procedure in which an endoscope and specialized instruments are used to remove tissue and widen pathways. It is popular for being minimally invasive and highly effective for treating sinusitis caused by obstructions.
• Propel Sinus Implants are used following surgery to slowly release anti-inflammatory steroids while reducing swelling and preventing scarring.

• Balloon Sinusuplasty involves inserting a small balloon catheter into the sinus passages and gently inflating it to expand the sinus openings. This procedure is minimally invasive and typically results in quick recovery.

• Image-guided Sinus Surgery is a solution designed for patients with complex sinus anatomy. Using a 3D CT scan mapping system, our surgeon uses infrared-guided surgical instruments to ensure safety and accuracy.

What to Expect After Sinus Surgery

Many factors can contribute to recovery, but most sinus surgeries are minimally invasive with relatively short recovery times. Here’s what you can generally expect following sinus surgery:

• Recovery Time: Depending on the type of surgery, most patients can return to regular activity within a few days to a week of the surgery.

• Aftercare: Following your surgery, our ENT specialists provide instructions for aftercare, which may include saline rinses to keep the area clean.

• Follow-Up: Regular follow-up appointments will be scheduled to monitor your healing and ensure successful surgery.

Chronic sinusitis doesn’t have to control your life. Sinus surgery offers effective, minimally invasive options for your long-term relief. If you’re dealing with persistent symptoms or complications from sinusitis, contact us today to schedule your appointment and explore whether sinus surgery is right for you.