Find out if your persistent sinus problems may be treated with surgery.

Are you suffering from chronic sinusitis? Have traditional conservative methods not given you the relief you need? Then it might be the time you talked to our San Antonio ENT doctor Dr. Christine Gilliam to find out if sinus surgery might be right for you. But before you turn away at the thought of surgery, hear us out! Technology has come a long way to provide easier less invasive surgeries with a faster recovery time.

What are the different kinds of sinus surgery available in San Antonio, TX?

There are three main types of sinus surgery to consider:

Endoscopic sinus surgery: This procedure uses a thin, lighted tube (called an endoscope) to remove blockages in the sinuses that are responsible for swelling and pain.

Image guided surgery: Another endoscopic sinus surgery, this procedure uses CT scan technology to help the surgeon see where his or her surgical tools are within all areas of the sinuses in real time. An easy way to picture this is to imagine the CT scan as a GPS for your nasal cavities.

Caldwell-Luc operation: This procedure can be performed with either local or general anesthesia and involves making an incision between the gums and upper lip to get to the maxillary sinuses. Through this opening, your San Antonio ENT specialist can drain the nasal cavity or remove polyps and other growths.

When should I consider getting sinus surgery?

If you are suffering from chronic sinusitis or other nasal conditions and haven’t experienced an improvement in your symptoms through conservative, nonsurgical treatment options then it might be time to weigh the pros and cons of sinus surgery.

Endoscopic sinus surgery might be right for you if you have,

• Chronic sinusitis
• Nasal polyps
• A deviated septum
• Facial fractures that need to be reduced
• Dental cysts
• Tooth roots in the maxillary sinuses

Also, endoscopic surgery may be a good option if you are looking for a procedure that will reduce both the severity and frequency of your sinus infections.

Sinus surgery could finally provide you with the relief you’ve been looking for. Our ear, nose & throat clinic in San Antonio can help you breathe comfortably again. Call Everyone’s ENT & Sinus Center today to schedule your consultation!