Sinus Surgery in Los Angeles

Some people have problems with their sinuses that require surgery. New techniques, such as endoscopic sinus surgery, often allow relief from sinus symptoms such as persistent infections that appear like colds or allergies, sinus pain, headaches, or difficulty breathing. At Rodeo Drive Rhinoplasty, we are pleased to offer the latest techniques in Los Angeles sinus surgery. Below is some general information about sinus surgery, including endoscopic sinus surgery. For more information, please contact our Los Angeles sinus center at 310-550-6300.

Many people have sinusitis. In fact, it is one of the most common health conditions with more than 37 million people affected each year in the US. And since the condition can seem like a cold or allergy, the number might actually be higher.

What is Sinusitis?

Acute bacterial sinusitis is an infection of the sinus cavities. It is caused by bacteria and often is preceded by a cold, allergy attack, or irritation by environmental pollutants. But this disease is not like a cold in that it requires treatment by a physician.

Normally, mucus collecting in the sinuses drains into the nasal passages. But with inflammation, this drainage path may be blocked. This can lead to congestion and infection. Your doctor may be able to make a diagnosis with an exam. Sometimes our doctor also may use x-rays or CT scans of your sinuses to confirm the diagnosis.

When Acute Sinusitis Becomes Chronic

People who have frequent sinusitis or who have a longer lasting infection, it could be chronic sinusitis. Symptoms of chronic sinusitis may be less severe than those of acute. But untreated chronic sinusitis can cause damage to the sinuses and cheekbones that can need surgery to repair. This means that sinusitis is a serious issue.

Treating Sinusitis

Bacterial sinusitis: This can often be treated with an antibiotic and with other medicines.

Chronic Sinusitis: Chronic sinusitis is treated with intensive antibiotic therapy. Surgery often is used remove physical obstructions that may contribute to sinusitis.

Sinus Surgery in Los Angeles

When medical treatment fails, sinus surgery should be considered. Sometimes it is performed when there is a nasal obstruction that cannot be corrected with medications. Often the procedure is performed in a noninvasive manner, through endoscopic sinus surgery. This results in less trauma and faster recovery.

Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) provides benefits in certain situations. With a camera called an endoscope, the surgeon can look directly into the nose. During the procedure, your surgeon can remove diseased tissue and polyps and clean the narrow channels between the sinuses.

Los Angeles Sinus Surgery is a functional, non-cosmetic surgery. As such, it is sometimes covered by insurance. Please contact us for more information.

Facts about Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

• Sinusitis is widespread. 37 million Americans - about 15% of the population - experience symptoms of sinusitis every year.
  
  
• Sinus surgery is effective. 80% to 90% of people report a considerable reduction in symptoms after endoscopic sinus surgery.
  
  
• Current techniques provide less trauma and faster recovery. The endoscope, which utilizes modern fiberoptic technology, allows surgeons to see inside the sinuses without cutting the face, and makes it possible to see parts of the sinuses that were formerly difficult to reach.
  
  
• Untreated sinusitis can have risks. It is estimated that 1% to 2% of adults in the U.S. have lost their sense of smell and taste to a significant degree.

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Rodeo Drive Rhinoplasty is located in Beverly Hills and serves the Los Angeles area and all of California. We specialize in Beverly Hills rhinoplasty and nasal surgery (including Los Angeles septoplasty) and "nose job" in California. We also provide revision rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills and ethnic rhinoplasty in Los Angeles for Hispanic, Asian, and African American nose surgery. We offer sinus surgery and breathing surgery as well as snoring surgery.