ENT

Kids do not always say, “My ears feel blocked” or “I can’t breathe well through my nose.” Some ENT concerns can be difficult for children to explain and easy for parents to overlook. Knowing what to watch for can help you decide when it’s time for an ENT evaluation. At ENT Specialists of Austin in […]

A good night’s sleep depends on more than just going to bed on time. Your ability to breathe comfortably through your nose plays a major role in your sleep quality, energy levels, and overall health. When nasal obstruction makes breathing difficult, it can contribute to snoring, fragmented sleep, and daytime fatigue.  At ENT Specialists of Austin, our board-certified

Earwax may seem like a small concern, but when it accumulates, it can create surprisingly disruptive symptoms. You may experience muffled hearing or discomfort long before realizing earwax is the cause. At ENT Specialists of Austin, our board-certified physicians provide safe, effective care for earwax-related hearing issues and guide patients away from at-home methods that may do more harm

If you’re constantly dealing with congestion, a runny nose, and facial pressure, you might wonder if you have a sinus infection or allergies. Because these conditions share many symptoms, it can be difficult to tell them apart. At ENT Specialists of Austin, our friendly and knowledgeable physicians help patients of all ages get to the root of their sinus issues

Chronic ear infections can disrupt a child’s development and cause significant discomfort. At ENT Specialists of Austin, our talented physicians understand how challenging it can be for parents to watch their children struggle with ear issues. That’s why we’re proud to be one of the only offices to offer Tula® in-office ear tube placement, an innovative solution that makes

What are the benefits of sinus surgery that we don’t normally think about? Chronic rhinosinusitis is a common condition affecting over 11 million Americans, resulting in 18.3 million physician office visits, 11.5 million lost workdays, and has a direct annual cost of $8.6 billion. Studies have shown that patients with chronic sinusitis have lower overall

Understanding the Difference Between Snoring and OSA Sleep-disordered breathing is a spectrum of disorders involving breathing alterations during sleep. At one end is snoring – a disorder considered to be a purely cosmetic complaint without identified health implications. Tissue in the throat simply vibrates. At the other end is obstructive sleep apnea, otherwise known as

How Adenoid Size Is Evaluated This one has been debated back and forth. My opinion remains that endoscopy is the best way to do it. Here’s Why: The two main ways are direct endoscopy or lateral neck X-rays. Lateral neck films are quick and comfortable; however, they involve a dose of radiation and are static

What Is Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) for Sleep Apnea? OSA affects 3-4% of the adult population and as much as 5-10% of the pediatric population. In OSA, there is usually snoring and also tissue collapse causing airway obstruction. This obstruction leads to decreased oxygen levels and frequent awakenings at night. Some people will have episodes