Widens the sinus opening to allow air to circulate and mucus to drain.
Have you experienced any of the following symptoms for 12 consecutive weeks or longer and are over the age of 18?
Balloon sinus dilation is performed by an ENT surgeon using a balloon catheter. It can be performed in an ENT’s office under local anesthesia with less pain, swelling, and blood loss than traditional sinus surgery.1 Patients may also experience a quicker recovery time.
Balloon sinus dilation uses a balloon catheter to expand the sinus openings and widens the sinus opening to allow air to circulate and mucus to drain. While balloon sinus dilation can be an effective treatment, it doesn’t treat the inflammation. Balloons can’t remove inflamed tissue or polyps, but they can help expand the sinus outflow tracts (ostia).2
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