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What Is the Link Between Allergies and Sinusitis?
Do you have allergies? Or sinusitis? Or both? The answer might be more complicated than you think. Allergies and sinusitis are related, and each condition may trigger the other. Read on to learn about this relationship and how we can help.
Jul 1st, 2025
I Have a CPAP Machine: Are There Other Options?

I Have a CPAP Machine: Are There Other Options?
Treating sleep apnea is important, but using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine isn’t your only option. Read on to learn about a nonsurgical procedure called somnoplasty and how it can help you get relief you need without the CPAP.
Jun 1st, 2025
Am I a Candidate for Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation?

Am I a Candidate for Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation?
Dysfunction in your eustachian tube can leave you with muffled hearing, vertigo, and ear pain, but eustachian tube balloon dilation can help you get relief. Read on to learn more about balloon dilation and who’s a candidate for this procedure
May 13th, 2025
What Can Stop This Ringing in My Ears?

What Can Stop This Ringing in My Ears?
The constant ringing in your ears — tinnitus — is nothing short of frustrating, but what can you do about it? The answer depends on what’s causing your tinnitus. Keep reading to learn what causes tinnitus and what you can do to mitigate it.
Apr 1st, 2025
How AI Technology is Enhancing Sinus Care

How AI Technology is Enhancing Sinus Care
Discover how AI-powered balloon sinuplasty is revolutionizing sinus care with precision, safety, and faster recovery. Read on to learn more about this cutting-edge approach.
Mar 1st, 2025
What Are the Signs of Sleep Apnea?

What Are the Signs of Sleep Apnea?
Untreated sleep apnea can wreak havoc on your health, so it’s important to know how to spot the signs of this sleep disorder. Learn more about obstructive sleep apnea here, including information about a highly effective treatment.
Feb 3rd, 2025
Is It Possible to Cure My Sinusitis for Good?

Is It Possible to Cure My Sinusitis for Good?
Sinus inflammation and infection are nothing short of misery, and if you’re stuck with congestion, facial pressure, and headaches, there’s one question on your mind: Can you cure sinusitis for good? Read on to find out.
Jan 10th, 2025
Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?

Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?
If you’re struggling with hearing loss and you’re wondering if the condition is reversible, this blog is for you. Here, we discuss the three main types of hearing loss, whether they can be reversed, and how we can help.
Dec 17th, 2024
What Are My Treatment Options for Chronic Rhinitis?

What Are My Treatment Options for Chronic Rhinitis?
Chronic rhinitis is nothing but misery. Between the congestion, runny nose, and postnasal drip, there’s likely one thing on your mind: relief. Read on to learn about the causes of chronic rhinitis and what you can do to find relief.
Nov 22nd, 2024
Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous?

Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous?
Snoring may seem generally harmless, but if sleep apnea is the source of your snoring, you should know that the condition isn’t so harmless. In fact, sleep apnea can be downright dangerous to your health. Read on to learn more.
Nov 12th, 2024
What to Look for in Hearing Aids

What to Look for in Hearing Aids
If you’re starting to research hearing aids but you’re not sure what to look for, keep reading. In this blog, our team highlights several characteristics and features of hearing aids that can help you determine which one is right for you.
Sep 19th, 2024
Finally a Fix for Postnasal Drainage: ClariFix® Cryotherapy

Finally a Fix for Postnasal Drainage: ClariFix® Cryotherapy
Postnasal drainage is a common problem that annoys many people. In some cases, it can lead to coughing, sore throat, and constant throat clearing. The good news is that there’s finally a solution. Read on to learn more about ClariFix® cryotherapy for postn
Feb 2nd, 2024

Why Do I Wake Up Every Morning With Clogged Ears?
You should feel refreshed when you wake up, but if your ears are always clogged, it can take away from those feelings. Read on to learn why your ears may be clogged in the mornings and what you can do about it.
Jan 19th, 2024
10 Possible Causes of Chronic Postnasal Drip

10 Possible Causes of Chronic Postnasal Drip
Postnasal drip may be a short-lived complication from the common cold, but what happens when your postnasal drip does not go away? The only way to treat postnasal drip is to address the root cause. Read on to identify 10 common causes.
Dec 5th, 2023
Can Allergies Lead to Sinus Infections?

Can Allergies Lead to Sinus Infections?
Allergies are a common nuisance, and they’re notorious for causing unpleasant symptoms like sneezing and congestion, but can they also lead to sinus infections? Unfortunately, yes. Find out more here.
Oct 9th, 2023

Understanding the Different Types of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can make it difficult to communicate with friends and family, enjoy TV or the radio, or even perform well at work. The good news is that you can mitigate hearing loss, but it starts by pinpointing the type of hearing loss that you have.
Jul 1st, 2023
Getting Used to Your Hearing Aids

Getting Used to Your Hearing Aids
Are you getting a new set of hearing aids? These sound-amplifying devices may come with a slight learning curve, but the end result is priceless. Read on as we provide our top tips for getting used to hearing aids. 
Jun 27th, 2023
Why Do I Keep Getting Congested?

Why Do I Keep Getting Congested?
Are you frustrated with constant nasal congestion? While it’s one thing to have a stuffy nose with a passing cold, it’s another thing to constantly deal with it. Read on to explore five reasons you could be dealing with chronic congestion.
May 9th, 2023

Exploring Surgical Solutions for Snoring and Mild Sleep Apnea
Although snoring is most often only a nuisance, it can be a warning sign of sleep apnea, which can seriously affect your health. In this blog, we explore the many surgical solutions for eliminating snoring and sleep apnea so you can rest easy.
Apr 14th, 2023
Recovering From Nasal Surgery: What to Expect

Recovering From Nasal Surgery: What to Expect
Regardless of which type of nasal surgery you need, it’s normal to wonder what your recovery journey entails. In this blog, we cover everything you can expect after your nasal surgery so you can be better prepared beforehand.
Feb 7th, 2023
When to See a Specialist About Congestion

When to See a Specialist About Congestion
Is a stuffy nose keeping you from getting a good sleep? Are you tired of always blowing your nose? Nasal congestion is a common problem, but it’s one that can benefit from specialty care. Learn when it’s time to see a specialist about congestion.
Jan 12th, 2023
What to Do About Recurrent Sinus Problems

What to Do About Recurrent Sinus Problems
Recurrent sinus problems can cause a host of unwanted symptoms such as congestion, facial pain, and even headaches. But what can you do when over-the-counter treatments just aren’t enough? Find out here.
Nov 18th, 2022
5 Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty

5 Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty
Are you tired of dealing with chronic sinusitis? If medication alone isn’t giving you the relief you need, a balloon sinuplasty might be the best path forward for you. Read on to explore five benefits of balloon sinuplasty.
Oct 1st, 2022
How Can Sublingual Immunotherapy Help My Allergies?

How Can Sublingual Immunotherapy Help My Allergies?
Are you tired of itchy, watery eyes and nonstop nasal congestion due to allergies? Sublingual immunotherapy is designed to treat allergies at the source. But how does it work? Read on to learn more about this remarkable allergy treatment.
Sep 14th, 2022
What to Expect at My Tympanometry Test

What to Expect at My Tympanometry Test
During your hearing evaluation, we conduct several different tests to uncover the root cause of your hearing loss. A tympanometry test is one of those assessment tools. Read on to learn more about what you can expect during this test.
Jul 1st, 2022
10 Telltale Symptoms of Sinusitis

10 Telltale Symptoms of Sinusitis
Nasal congestion? Facial pain? Head pain? Headaches? These could be symptoms of sinusitis, an infection marked by inflammation and congestion. In this blog, we cover the 10 telltale symptoms of sinusitis, and 一 most importantly 一 how it’s treated.
May 17th, 2022
Understanding Hearing Loss

Understanding Hearing Loss
The term “hearing loss” refers to a diminished hearing ability, but there are many ways to describe the type and severity of a hearing impairment. Read on to learn more about hearing loss, what causes it, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.
Apr 7th, 2022
What's Included in Aural Rehabilitation?

What's Included in Aural Rehabilitation?
Aural rehabilitation is more than just hearing aids — although that may be part of it! It’s a whole set of therapies designed to improve your quality of life and help you navigate through life with hearing loss. Learn more here.
Mar 17th, 2022
Is It Allergies or a Sinus Infection?

Is It Allergies or a Sinus Infection?
Allergies can share many of the same symptoms as sinus infections, making it difficult to tell whether you have allergies or an infection. Read on to learn more about the differences between allergies and sinus infections 一 and how each is treated.
Jan 13th, 2022
3 Types of Hearing Loss

3 Types of Hearing Loss
Did you know that there are three types of hearing loss? The type of hearing loss you have dictates which potential treatments can help restore or improve your ability to hear. Read on to learn more about hearing loss.
Dec 6th, 2021
5 Effective Treatments for Nasal Congestion

5 Effective Treatments for Nasal Congestion
Are you struggling with nasal congestion and you’re not sure which medication you need? Nasal congestion responds to different medications depending on the cause. Read on to learn about five effective treatments for nasal congestion.
Oct 20th, 2021
Am I a Good Candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty?

Am I a Good Candidate for Balloon Sinuplasty?
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve the discomfort and congestion associated with sinusitis, but how do you know if this procedure is right for you? Read on to explore whether you might be a good candidate.
Sep 12th, 2021
All About Subacute Sinusitis

All About Subacute Sinusitis
Sinus pressure? Congestion? Are you dealing with acute sinusitis — or subacute sinusitis? And what’s the difference? Get the answers in this blog as we discuss what subacute sinusitis is, how to tell if you have it, and the ways we treat it.
Aug 23rd, 2021

Can Ear Infections Cause Hearing Loss?
Ear infections are notorious for causing pain and discomfort, but can they cause hearing loss? In this blog, we explore the link between ear infections and hearing loss, and how available treatments can improve your hearing.
May 26th, 2021

Cold vs. Allergies: How to Tell the Difference
Sneezing, stuffy nose, water eyes? These symptoms could indicate the start of a cold — or they could be signs of allergies. Colds and allergies share many similar symptoms, but there’s a few key ways to tell the difference. Read on to learn more.
Apr 14th, 2021

5 Causes of Nasal Congestion
Nasal congestion causes stuffiness, facial pain, and a constant dripping. The right treatment starts with identifying the source of your congestion. In this blog, we cover five common causes and potential treatments for nasal congestion.
Mar 30th, 2021

What to Expect When Undergoing a Septoplasty
A septoplasty is a surgical procedure that corrects a deviated septum. While your end goal is to breathe more freely, what else can you expect on the journey to better breathing? This guide covers what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Jan 8th, 2021

How Hearing Aids Could Help That RInging Sound in Your Ears
Are you looking for ways to reduce the ringing in your ears? Tinnitus is ringing, buzzing, or even chirping noises that can interfere with your ability to hold conversations or hear sounds around you. Find out how hearing aids can help.
Nov 10th, 2020

5 Benefits of a Balloon Sinuplasty
If you’re constantly struggling with chronic sinusitis, a balloon sinuplasty may be the solution you’ve been looking for — with results that last. Keep reading to explore five benefits of this minimally invasive procedure.
Oct 13th, 2020

Nasal Airway Remodeling: The Answer to Better Breathing

Nasal obstructions don’t just cause congestion; they can contribute to sleep disorders, daytime sleepiness, and snoring. Nasal airway remodeling can reshape your nasal tissues so you can breathe freely again. Learn more here.
Sep 3rd, 2020