Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgery
Merit Health River Oaks offers a range of surgical treatments to address ear, nose and throat conditions, including minimally invasive endoscopic and robotic surgery techniques. Ear, nose and throat doctors (otolaryngologists or ENT doctors) have a broad range of experience to provide surgical treatment for everything from nasal congestion and hearing disorders to a deviated septum or broken nose.
Board-certified ENT doctors provide a range of treatment options, including:
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Hearing-loss solutions, including cochlear implants, bone conduction devices and ear-tube surgery
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Laryngeal and voice solutions
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Plastic and reconstructive surgery of the head and neck
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Skull base tumor treatment
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Sinus surgery, including laser treatments, endoscopic techniques and radiofrequency ablation
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Septoplasty
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Treatments to correct chronic snoring, sleep apnea and other related disorders
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Turbinate surgery
We are committed to providing patients with minimally invasive techniques, such as:
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Balloon dilation surgery - In this procedure, small, flexible devices are inserted into the nostrils to gently open blocked sinus openings to alleviate symptoms of chronic sinusitis. This technique can result in less bleeding, facilitate a quicker recovery and does not limit further treatment options.
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Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) - Surgeons use robotic surgery to gain greater accuracy and surgical precision for treating mouth and throat cancers. This robotic technique results in less pain and scarring, and a quicker recovery for patients.