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The VivAer procedure is a minimally invasive treatment, often done with patients awake in clinic rather than the OR, designed to address nasal airway obstruction, providing patients with improved breathing and overall quality of life. By targeting specific areas within the nasal cavity, VivAer aims to alleviate symptoms such as congestion, difficulty breathing, and snoring.

An allergy skin test is a diagnostic tool utilized by ENT doctors and allergists to identify specific substances, known as allergens, that may trigger allergic reactions in individuals. This test involves applying a small amount of suspected allergens to the skin and observing the body's response, aiding doctors in crafting tailored treatment plans for effective allergy management.

Maxillary sinusitis is a condition in which inflammation caused by infections (viral or bacterial), allergies, or structural issues fills the sinuses in the cheeks. People living in the Pacific Northwest, including the areas around Seattle and Tacoma, may experience this condition due to the region's specific environmental allergenic triggers.

Frontal sinusitis can cause considerable discomfort and not only impact quality of life but also can lead to dangerous complications. Fortunately, advances in sinus surgery have enabled specialists like Dr. Greg Davis, MD, MPH to provide patients with less invasive and highly effective treatments for this challenging condition.

Sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, occur when the tissue lining the sinuses become inflamed or infected. Many different triggers can cause swelling of the sinuses, including viruses such as those that cause cold or flu, fungi, bacteria, allergies, or even environmental irritants. One of the most frequently asked questions about sinus infections is whether they are contagious.