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Sep, 2016
The deviated septum is one of the most misunderstood facial issues – both by patients and medical professionals. This structural problem occurs when the thin wall that separates your nasal passages is off-center or crooked. It can cause symptoms…
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17
May, 2016
Most people have some sort of imbalance in the size of their breathing passages. The nasal cavity is divided in half by a thin wall of cartilage – called a septum – that separates the two nostrils. About 80% of Americans have some degree of deviation in the septum. In this blog, the sinus specialists at the Sinus Center of Atlanta will explain the causes and treatment options for a…
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30
Mar, 2016
Nasal turbinates are bony and soft tissue structures that project from the walls of the nasal passages. The largest and most important of these, the inferior turbinates, help trap dust and other particles so they don’t enter your lungs.…
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19
Jan, 2016
Trouble breathing through your nose, constant congestion, frequent sinus infections, snoring, nasal polyps – these are all symptoms and conditions that can significantly impact your quality of life, creating problems during both waking and sleeping hours. When these problems are long-term, it may be a sign of an underlying sinus disorder that warrants surgical treatment. One treatment option that may be recommended is an advanced procedure called endoscopic sinus surgery.…
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10
Aug, 2015
Nasal congestion is something we can all relate to – whether it’s caused by a common cold, viral illness, allergies, sinus infection or even changes in air temperature and humidity levels. Also known as a stuffy nose, nasal congestion…
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