Sinus Care
Turkey Creek Medical Center offers a range of services to evaluate, diagnose and treat nasal and sinus problems. ENT doctors have a broad range of experience to provide care for everything from nasal congestion and smell and taste disorders, to a deviated septum or broken nose — including plastic and reconstructive surgery.
The doctors often collaborate with specialists in allergy and immunology, neurology and other specialties to deliver care through services such as:
- Allergy/immunotherapy
- Balloon dilation surgery
- Laser sinus treatment
- Radiofrequency ablation for nasal and sinus congestion
- Septoplasty
- Sinus surgery, including endoscopic surgery
- Sleep medicine services to address snoring, sleep apnea and other disorders
- Turbinate surgery
Balloon Dilation Surgery
For patients suffering from the headaches, congestion, fatigue, and other symptoms of sinusitis, Balloon dilation surgery may be a minimally invasive option to alleviate symptoms. During the procedure, small, flexible devices are inserted into the nostrils to gently open blocked sinus openings — in many cases without tissue or bone removal. The procedure may offer patients several benefits, including:
- Reduced bleeding – Since often there is no need to remove tissue or bone, there is less bleeding and a reduced need for uncomfortable nasal packing.
- Quicker recovery – While recovery time varies for each individual, many people can return to normal activities within 24 hours.
- Does not limit other options – Balloon dilation surgery can be used with other medical therapies or sinus surgery techniques, and does not limit future treatment options for those with progressive disease.
Sinus Center of Excellence
Sinusitis is one of the most common chronic health problems in the U.S., afflicting millions of Americans each year. Tennessee can be particularly difficult for anyone suffering from sinusitis and allergies. In fact, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America consistently ranks Knoxville as one of the country’s top allergy capitals, an annual research project that identifies the 100 most challenging places to live with allergies. The Sinus Center of Excellence at Turkey Creek Medical Center offers technology and treatments for chronic sinusitis.
For more information or a doctor referral, call 1-855-TENNOVA (836-6682).