Am I a Good Candidate for Balloon Sinus Dilation?

Chronic sinus pain can be especially debilitating to deal with. Although many patients are able to manage their symptoms with medication, it is not always a viable option for everyone. In some cases, the patient may have to go through further treatment, like surgery. Due to the fact that sinus surgery often involves a lengthy recovery process, many patients opt for balloon sinus dilation to provide relief. Here is what you need to know.

What Causes Chronic Sinus Pain?

The sinuses are pockets of air located between the forehead, eyes, nose, and cheeks. Each sinus has an opening, which allows mucus to drain. However, when the sinuses become inflamed, they may not be able to drain correctly. This can lead to swelling, irritation, and infection. The inflammation is a condition known as sinusitis.

Sinusitis can result in sinus headaches, sore throat, sinus pressure, and pain or discomfort in the ears. If sinusitis is not treated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and sleep problems. In many cases, balloon sinus dilation can provide relief.

How Balloon Sinus Dilation Can Help

Balloon sinus dilation is a procedure that involves inserting a small, flexible balloon into the sinus cavity. The balloon is then gradually inflated to expand and restructure the bones located next to the sinuses. The balloon is deflated and removed, leaving clean and expanded sinuses that can drain more easily.

This procedure not only helps to improve the drainage of mucus in order to reduce the symptoms of sinusitis, but it also provides better airflow through the nose.

Who Should Get Balloon Sinus Dilation?

Balloon sinus dilation may be a good option for individuals who:

• Are unable to find relief for chronic sinus infections through other treatments
• Have chronic nasal congestion, bad breath, coughing, and headaches related to sinus problems
• Do not have extra polyps or an overgrowth of tissue in the sinuses

Scheduling a consultation with St. Louis Sinus Center can help determine if this is the right treatment for you.

Schedule Your Balloon Sinus Dilation in St. Louis, MO

Our team at St. Louis Sinus Center has extensive experience using balloon sinus dilation to help patients across St. Louis, MO, achieve relief for their chronic sinus pain. Our team is committed to providing cutting-edge care for each patient we work with.

If you want to see if you are a good candidate for this procedure, reach out to our team by calling 314-450-7720 to schedule your appointment today.