Chronic sinus infections can affect every part of your day, from how you sleep to how you focus at work. At Nevada Sinus Relief in Las Vegas, board-certified ENT specialist Dr. Ashley Sikand offers advanced solutions like balloon sinuplasty for patients like you who haven’t found relief through medication alone. But is this minimally invasive procedure the right choice for you?
In this blog, our team discusses how to know if you’re a good candidate.
When Sinus Symptoms Won’t Let Up
If you’ve been dealing with sinus pressure, headaches, nasal congestion, or postnasal drip for more than 12 weeks — despite trying antibiotics, nasal sprays, or allergy meds — your condition may be classified as chronic sinusitis. At this stage, continuing with medication alone may not be enough.
Balloon sinuplasty is often recommended when conservative treatment has failed. It’s especially helpful for patients whose CT scans or nasal endoscopy show narrowed or blocked sinus passages without extensive tissue damage or polyps.
How Minimally Invasive Options Stack Up
One of the key reasons to consider balloon sinuplasty is that it avoids traditional surgery. There are no incisions or tissue removal. Instead, it uses a tiny balloon that gently expands the sinus openings. The procedure is done in-office and often allows you to return to work or daily activities within a day or two.
If you’re looking for faster recovery with long-lasting symptom relief, and your sinus anatomy is compatible, balloon sinuplasty might be an excellent fit.
Who Might Not Be a Match?
While many patients are eligible for this procedure, there are exceptions. Balloon sinuplasty may not be the best choice if you have:
- Significant nasal polyps
- Severe structural issues (like a deviated septum requiring correction)
- Complicated or recurrent sinus infections involving multiple sinus regions
In these cases, Dr. Sikand may recommend another treatment approach, including image-guided surgery or combining balloon sinuplasty with other procedures.
Find Out with a Personalized Evaluation
The only way to know for sure if you’re a candidate is through a thorough consultation. At Nevada Sinus Relief, Dr. Sikand uses advanced diagnostics — like sinus CT imaging and nasal endoscopy — to determine the root cause of your symptoms and customize your treatment plan.
Ready to take the first step toward lasting relief? Contact Nevada Sinus Relief in Las Vegas today at (702) 805-1550 or request a consultation online. With decades of experience in minimally invasive sinus care, Dr. Sikand is here to help you breathe easier.
