If you suffer from ongoing sinus and/or nasal problems that aren’t relieved by medication, you may be a candidate for a simple, non-surgical treatment known as “chemical cautery.”

In this procedure, a low-concentration phenol solution is sprayed into the patient’s nose, creating shrinkage of the nasal tissues and allowing the air passages to open. Once the passages have opened, proper sinus drainage is able to take place. Proper drainage is important in the treatment and elimination of chronic sinusitis and other sino-nasal problems. Chemical cautery can also reduce nasal secretions, as well as relieve nasal and sinus headaches.

Chemical cautery treatments are performed in the office, take approximately 15 minutes and are painless. Initially, patients require one treatment per month for three months. Maintenance treatments are typically needed twice a year to ensure continued relief.

Chemical cautery has a success rate of 80 percent. Patients find it more convenient and less painful than traditional surgical treatment.

Insurance covers chemical cautery in the majority of cases. Prior to chemical cautery therapy, patients must be evaluated to determine if they would benefit from this treatment. Contact us to schedule an evaluation.

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