Sublingual Immunotherapy

SUBLINGUAL IMMUNOTHERAPY

What is Sublingual Immunotherapy?

Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is an allergy treatment that involves placing allergen extracts under the tongue to induce tolerance. Also known as “allergy drops,” SLIT provides an alternative to allergy shot regimens.

Who is a good candidate for SLIT?

Sublingual immunotherapy is primarily used for patients with mild to moderate allergies.

How does SLIT work?

The allergenic extracts are placed under the tongue and held there for 2 minutes before swallowing. This exposes the oral mucosa to the allergens, allowing immune tolerance to develop over time.

SLIT is done daily at home. Treatment is typically given for 3-5 years.

SUBLINGUAL IMMUNOTHERAPY

What are the benefits?

  • Non-injectable allergen delivery
  • Convenient home administration
  • Lower risk of systemic reactions compared to shots
  • Less time-consuming than in-office allergy shots
  • Improves allergy, asthma, and medication needs
  • Sustained results after discontinuation

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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.

  • James Atkins, MD

    Sinus Specialist, Founder of Atkins Expert Sinus Care

  • James M. Ferris, PA

    Physician Assistant

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    Book through our online patient portal and let us know some of the symptoms you’re experiencing.

  • Step 2

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    Dr. Atkins will review your symptoms at your visit and decide what diagnostic tests are needed to get to the root of your problem.

  • Step 3

    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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