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Sinus surgeries and procedures like balloon sinuplasty (also known as sinus balloon surgery or balloon sinus surgery) must be handled with precision and care. Dr. Todd Snowden in Jacksonville, FL, has decades of experience in the surgical treatment of all sinus conditions.
Endoscopic sinus surgery is a minimally invasive procedure to clear blockages and treat other issues in the nose and sinuses. Dr. Snowden uses an endoscope attached to a camera to see into your nasal passages while using tiny instruments to correct issues like polyps, deviated septum and more. Dr. Snowden also uses computer-assisted navigation for additional precision and safety.
Most sinus surgery is done by a device called a microdebrider which nibbles away small bits of tissue from the sinuses to improve airflow and drainage. In some cases, the sinuses may also be opened by use of a special balloon. “Balloon sinuplasty” is a minimally invasive technique used by ear, nose and throat surgeons to treat blocked sinuses and chronic sinus infections. Surgeons place a small balloon in the sinus opening to improve airflow. This is usually done in the operating room, though in select situations this may be done in the office.
Septoplasty is a common procedure used to correct and straighten a deviated septum. This treatment can have tremendous benefits for better breathing and nasal symptom relief. Septoplasty is done through the nose without need for an external incision. As a general rule, we do not use nasal splints or packs after surgery.
When adenoids become enlarged, they can be surgically removed through a procedure known as an adenoidectomy. Adenoid tissue can often be surgically removed through the nose, improving the quality of nasal breathing.
There are a variety of methods which have been used to treat inferior turbinate enlargement, including submucosal reduction and radiofrequency ablation. Your provider can talk about which method is right for you.
Some patients may experience persistent nasal drip or postnasal drainage. This may be a sign of chronic rhinitis, often caused by abnormal or overactive nerve signals from the brain to the nose. If initial medical treatment does not control your symptoms, Dr. Snowden may offer an incisionless procedure to provide lasting relief of these symptoms.
Through surgical treatment, we can remove tissue or other blockages and ensure a clear airway for breathing, often improving the quality of sleep.
Sinus surgeries and procedures like balloon sinuplasty (also known as sinus balloon surgery or balloon sinus surgery) must be handled with precision and care. Dr. Todd Snowden in Jacksonville, FL, has decades of experience in the surgical treatment of all sinus conditions.