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• posted: Nov. 20, 2020
• Adenoids

When we think about the first line of defense against infection we often think about the tonsils; however, the adenoids also play a part in protecting against infection. Together the Read More

• posted: Nov. 05, 2020
• Cleft Palate

A cleft palate is a common birth defect that occurs in the first six to nine weeks of pregnancy in which the tissue of the roof of the mouth doesn’t Read More

• posted: Oct. 20, 2020
• Nasal Irrigation

Dealing with a blocked nose thanks to a cold or a sinus infection? If so, you may be wondering about ways to help alleviate your symptoms until the infection clears Read More

• posted: Oct. 02, 2020
• Tonsillectomy,  Tonsils,  Tonsil Removal

If you open your mouth, it’s fairly easy to see your tonsils, as they are the two soft-tissue organs that lie on either side of the back of the throat. Read More

• posted: Sep. 18, 2020
• Deviated Septum

The septum is a thin wall of cartilage that separates the two nasal cavities of the nose. If the septum is crooked or leans more to one side, this is Read More

• posted: Sep. 02, 2020
• Tonsillectomy,  Tonsillitis

The tonsils are two small glands that are found in the back of the throat. They are our body’s first defenses against harmful bacteria and other foreign invaders; however, sometimes Read More

• posted: Aug. 18, 2020
• Tinnitus,  Whizzing sound

If you’ve ever been to a loud concert then chances are good that you’ve dealt with ear ringing afterward; however, if you’re experiencing ringing in the ears regularly and symptoms Read More

• posted: Aug. 03, 2020
• Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

The eustachian tube is a narrow canal that runs from the throat to the middle ear, and it is responsible for regulating pressure within the middle ear. If you’ve ever Read More

• posted: Jul. 17, 2020
• Ear Tube Surgery

Middle ear infections (known as otitis media) are quite common in young children, and while they are usually nothing to worry about it, it can become a problem if your Read More

• posted: Jun. 24, 2020
• Throat Cancer

Your ENT doctor sees, diagnoses, and treats many conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat. One of the most worrisome is throat cancer, along with malignancies of the pharynx, Read More

• posted: Jun. 12, 2020
• Allergy Medication

An ear, nose, and throat professional (ENT) is a great resource when it comes to your allergies. Whether your symptoms are caused by seasonal changes or triggered by animal dander, Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2020
• Dysphagia

You may take it for granted, but swallowing water, food, or saliva is actually a very complicated process. It requires vast systems of nerves and muscles working together. Patients that Read More

• posted: May 18, 2020
• Cholesteatoma

Cholesteatoma is when this excess amount of earwax creates a skin cyst on the eardrum or eardrum retraction pocket.   The Causes Behind Cholesteatoma   Cholesteatoma develops for a few different reasons. The most Read More

• posted: May 01, 2020
• Hearing Aids

Hearing loss is a widespread problem that affects large groups of people. It isn’t just caused by age, with younger people and children also being affected. It comes on gradually, Read More

• posted: Apr. 16, 2020
• Nasal Polyps

 If you are having trouble breathing or have recurrent sinus infections, you may also have nasal polyps. Nasal polyps are noncancerous growths which hang down from the walls of your Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2020
• Nasal issues

Congestion and other nasal issues can make you feel miserable and affect your ability to breathe easily. Here are five common nasal problems and discusses treatment options. Allergic rhinitis Your nose is Read More