Do you have chronic rhinosinusitis?
If you’ve been struggling with three or more of these symptoms for 12 weeks or longer, you may have chronic sinusitis.
Sense of smell reduced or gone
Facial pressure/pain
Headache pain
Nasal congestion or a stuffy nose
Thick, yellow-green nasal discharge
Bad breath
Pain in the upper teeth
Fatigue
Sinusitis affects 31 million Americans¹
Find sinus relief with Balloon Sinus Dilation (BSD).
What is chronic rhinosinusitis?
Sinusitis is the inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the nasal passages and sinuses, affecting nearly 31 million Americans¹. When the sinuses become inflamed, it can prevent proper drainage, leading to a buildup of mucus and fluid. This buildup often results in sinus infections, causing even more inflammation and discomfort. For some, sinusitis becomes a recurring issue, and when it persists for 12 weeks or longer despite medical treatment, it is classified as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). This condition can significantly impact quality of life, making effective management crucial.
In a survey of 400 sinus sufferers, 90% said their sinus problem negatively affected their quality of life.² It’s time to speak up and get help!
What is chronic rhinosinusitis?
Sinusitis is the inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the nasal passages and sinuses, affecting nearly 31 million Americans¹. When the sinuses become inflamed, it can prevent proper drainage, leading to a buildup of mucus and fluid. This buildup often results in sinus infections, causing even more inflammation and discomfort. For some, sinusitis becomes a recurring issue, and when it persists for 12 weeks or longer despite medical treatment, it is classified as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). This condition can significantly impact quality of life, making effective management crucial.
In a survey of 400 sinus sufferers, 90% said their sinus problem negatively affected their quality of life.² It’s time to speak up and get help!
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Kevin Caceres MD is a double board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon serving the St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay area. He focuses on functional, reconstructive and cosmetic procedures of the face and neck. As a board certified Facial Plastic surgeon, he has intimate knowledge of, and comprehensive experience with, the anatomy of the face, neck and nose. This, combined with a keen eye for aesthetics, allows him to create beautiful results that are both natural appearing and highly functional. Dr. Caceres is very well known for his exceptional bedside manner and ensures patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their care journey.
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There are options
Most short-term sinus infections can be treated medically. Even people with long-term or chronic sinus infections can find relief through medication. But if none of these treatments work for you, sinus surgery may be the best way to ease your symptoms.
There are options
Most short-term sinus infections can be treated medically. Even people with long-term or chronic sinus infections can find relief through medication. But if none of these treatments work for you, sinus surgery may be the best way to ease your symptoms.
Open your sinuses, relieve your symptoms
Treatment
Balloon Sinus Dilation (BSD)
Balloon Sinus Dilation, performed in-office with the NuVent™ EM Sinus Dilation System, is a minimally invasive procedure to open and drain blocked sinuses. Your doctor will use a special tool to insert a small balloon into your nose. Once secured in the right spot, your doctor will inflate a small balloon to open and drain your blocked sinus pathways. When the passageway is open, the balloon is deflated and removed.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
FESS is a common surgical method to treat chronic sinus infections. In a FESS procedure, the surgeon uses a magnifying endoscope inserted through the nostrils to see and remove affected tissue and bone. In general, the goal of sinus surgery is to flush out infected material, open up blocked passages, and keep enough healthy tissue intact so that your nose and sinuses can function normally.
Office-based procedures offer several benefits:
- Minimally invasive
- Can be performed using local anesthesia
- Faster recovery time
- Convenient scheduling
- Able to be completed using navigation in the office
- Some eligible patients may have lower out-of-pocket costs*
*Out-of-pocket expenses are typically lower for in-office procedures. Office-based and OR procedures are reimbursed by many insurance companies. Check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage.
Open your sinuses, relieve your symptoms
Treatment
Balloon Sinus Dilation (BSD)
Balloon Sinus Dilation performed in-office with the NuVent™ EM Sinus Dilation System is a minimally invasive procedure to open and drain blocked sinuses. Your doctor will use a special tool to insert a small balloon into your nose. Once secured in the right spot, your doctor will inflate a small balloon to open and drain your blocked sinus pathways. When the passageway is open, the balloon is deflated and removed.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
FESS is a common surgical method to treat chronic sinus infections. In a FESS procedure, the surgeon uses a magnifying endoscope inserted through the nostrils to see and remove affected tissue and bone. In general, the goal of sinus surgery is to flush out infected material, open up blocked passages, and keep enough healthy tissue intact so that your nose and sinuses can function normally.
Office-based procedures offer several benefits:
- Minimally invasive
- Can be performed using local anesthesia
- Faster recovery time
- Convenient scheduling
- Able to be completed using navigation in the office
- Some eligible patients may have lower out-of-pocket costs*
*Out-of-pocket expenses are typically lower for in-office procedures. Office-based and OR procedures are reimbursed by many insurance companies. Check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage.
Get back to life
Balloon Sinus Dilation (BSD) has been shown to improve:
Overall sinusitis symptoms³
Headaches⁴
Work/school time missed³
Frequency of doctor/nurse visits and acute infections³
Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.
Balloon Sinus Dilation (BSD)
Balloon Sinus Dilation has associated risks, including tissue trauma, bleeding, infection, and possible ophthalmic injury. Patients should always discuss their individual needs and the potential risks and benefits of any treatment or procedure with their doctor.
This therapy is not for everyone. Please consult your doctor. A prescription is required. For additional information, please contact Medtronic ENT at 800-874-5797.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
This therapy is not for everyone. Please consult your physician. A prescription is required. For further information, please call Medtronic ENT at 1-800-874-5797.
* Out-of-pocket expenses are typically lower for in-office procedures. Office-based and OR procedures are reimbursed by many insurance companies. Check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage.
¹ Adult Sinusitis. http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/sinuses.htm. Accessed June 11, 2019.
² Data On File, Internal Market Research Report: Medtronic NuVent™ EM Balloon Sinus Dilation CX Audit Final Output Report March 30 2015, pg 41.
³ Chandra RK, Kern RC, Cutler JL, et al. REMODEL larger cohort with longterm outcomes and meta-analysis of standalone balloon dilation studies. Laryngoscope. 2016;126(1):44-50.
⁴ Marzetti A, Tedaldi M, Passali FM. The role of balloon sinuplasty in the treatment of sinus headache. Otolaryngol Polska. 2014;68:15-19.