Balloon Sinuplasty
BALLOON SINUPLASTY
What is Balloon Sinuplasty?
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to open blocked sinus passages in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). It gently dilates the sinus openings by inflating a small balloon in the blocked sinus passage. This restores ventilation and drainage without removing tissue or bone.
Who is a good candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty?
Patients with persistent CRS symptoms like facial pain/pressure, congestion, postnasal drip, and recurrent infections may benefit.
How is Balloon Sinuplasty performed?
We typically performed balloon sinuplasty in our office using intravenous sedation administered by an anesthesiologist.
With a thin, flexible balloon catheter inserted via the nostrils, we dilate the blocked openings of the maxillary, frontal, or sphenoid sinuses.
Gentle inflation of the balloon opens the sinus drainage pathway without damaging surrounding tissues or removing bone.
BALLOON SINUPLASTY
What is recovery like after Balloon Sinuplasty?
Patients may have nasal congestion, discomfort, or drainage for several days following the procedure. Medications are given to manage any pain. Saline spray keeps sinus passages moist. Most people can resume normal activities within 1-2 days.
JAMES ATKINS, MD
Your sinus expert
As an experienced ear, nose and throat specialist, I have extensive expertise diagnosing and treating sinus headaches. My comprehensive approach includes advanced imaging and testing to accurately diagnose the cause, along with personalized medical and surgical treatment plans to provide lasting relief. My goal is to improve my patients’ quality of life by resolving their sinus headaches and other related symptoms. Please call my office today to schedule a consultation.
Let’s get you back to breathing well again.
Don’t let chronic sinus and nasal infections take control of your life. Book your consultation today for lasting relief.
Meet the team
Atkins Sinus Expert Care is committed to providing personalized care, cutting-edge equipment, and a level of experience you won't find elsewhere.
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James Atkins, MD
Sinus Specialist, Founder of Atkins Expert Sinus Care
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James M. Ferris, PA
Physician Assistant
Your first visit with us
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Book your visit
Book through our online patient portal and let us know some of the symptoms you’re experiencing.
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Visit our office
Dr. Atkins will review your symptoms at your visit and decide what diagnostic tests are needed to get to the root of your problem.
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Care plan
Once the diagnostic tests are done, Dr. Atkins will review them and make a plan of care for you. At that time, he will discuss whether you are a candidate for one of our procedures.
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