What is Balloon Sinuplasty?
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A Minimally Invasive Alternative to Traditional Sinus Surgery Dr. Smith and Dr. Reddy explain what balloon sinuplasty is, how it works, what conditions it treats, and how it compares to traditional sinus surgery in this breakdown of one of ENT's most significant recent innovations. What you'll learn: What balloon sinuplasty is and how it differs from traditional sinus surgery Who makes a good candidate and what conditions it's designed to treat How effective it is and what to expect from results How it can be combined with other procedures for a more complete treatment approach Tired of...
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Common Question: Are Sinus Infections Contagious?
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What ENT Specialists Want You to Know About Sinus Infection Contagiousness Not all sinus infections are created equal. In this episode, Dr. Smith and Dr. Reddy explain the difference between viral and bacterial sinus infections, what makes one contagious and the other not, and how to protect yourself and the people around you. What you'll learn: Why sinus infections develop and what three triggers are most commonly responsible Why viral sinus infections are generally very contagious and how they spread Why bacterial sinus infections are unlikely to be passed on to others How to tell the...
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A Case of Silent Sinus Syndrome
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Understanding Silent Sinus Syndrome and Why Early Detection Can Protect Your Vision and Health Dr. Smith and Dr. Reddy walk through a real patient case of silent sinus syndrome, a chronic sinus condition that often causes little to no symptoms yet can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Learn how it is diagnosed, why early treatment matters, and how minimally invasive in-office procedures are changing outcomes for patients. What you'll learn: What silent sinus syndrome is and how it differs from typical chronic sinusitis Why patients with this condition often have minimal or...
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Should I get a Blepharoplasty for Hooded Eyes
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Everything You Need to Know About Upper Eyelid Surgery Wondering if your hooded eyelids could use a little lift? In this We Nose Noses episode, Dr. Samir Undavia from NJENT breaks down upper eyelid blepharoplasty, explaining who it's for, how the procedure works, and what recovery looks like. From the step-by-step surgical process to realistic expectations, this episode gives you a clear picture of how to achieve a refreshed, youthful look without drastic downtime. What you'll learn: The surgical process for removing excess skin and fat from hooded eyes Recovery timeline, pain...
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Lip Lift vs Lip Filler
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All About Lip Enhancements: Filler, Flip, and Lift Dr. Samir Undavia from NJENT and Facial Plastic Surgery breaks down the three main ways to enhance your lips; lip filler, lip flip, and lip lift. Learn how each procedure works, the recovery timeline, and which option might be right for your aesthetic goals. Whether you want a subtle refresh or a more permanent change, this episode guides you through your choices and how NJ ENT can help you achieve natural, beautiful results. What you'll learn: Differences between lip filler, lip flip, and surgical lip lift, and which might suit you...
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Botox or Surgery: Which Is Right for You?
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When Neurotoxin is Enough and When Surgery is Needed Botox can smooth lines fast, but in the wrong brow it can also drop your lids. In this episode, Dr. Samir Undavia gives a clear, step-by-step way to decide when neurotoxin wins (forehead lines, lateral lift, crow’s feet) and when you’ll get better, longer-lasting results from surgery like blepharoplasty or a lift. He also covers early neck bands that respond to small doses and the signs of skin excess or structural change that make surgery the smarter plan. What you'll learn: How brow position, forehead lines, and crow’s feet respond...
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Non Surgical Nose Refinement with Botox
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Botox Injections for Shaping the Nose You can’t "nose job" with Botox, but you can fine-tune problems that bug you. In this episode, Dr. Undavia shows how targeted doses relax the muscle that pulls the tip down when you smile, soften bunny lines, reduce nostril flaring, and even micro-refine skin texture on select noses. Expect precise placement, realistic limits, and a quick guide to who’s a good candidate versus who needs surgical correction. What you'll learn: When tip-droop Botox helps and what it can’t fix How to treat bunny lines and nostril flaring safely and...
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Can You Fix Your Sinuses During Rhinoplasty?
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One surgery, One recovery for Function and Form Why heal twice when you could heal once? In this episode, Dr. Undavia explains when it makes sense to combine sinus or septal surgery with rhinoplasty, how preserving septal cartilage supports grafting and long-term shape, and what the full sinus workup looks like (CT, medical therapy first, navigation). You’ll also hear what insurance typically covers for functional issues versus what remains cosmetic, so you can align expectations and recovery in one timeline. What you'll learn: Why to preserve septal cartilage and how it supports...
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Three Tips for a Faster Nasal Surgery Recovery
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How to Hydrate, Protect, and Tape in the First Few Weeks Post Op Most post-op swelling is fluid, manage the fluid, speed the recovery. In this episode, Dr. Undavia walks you through a simple routine: frequent saline rinses made the right way, soothing between rinses with gel or light ointment, and smart nighttime taping after rhinoplasty to guide tissues and calm swelling. Clear, practical steps you can start day one to feel better, breathe easier, and get to your "final" look faster. What you'll learn: How often to rinse and why the saline packet and distilled/boiled water matter The...
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Help! There’s a Hole in My Nose: Causes and Treatment Options
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Septal Perforations Symptoms, Causes, and Fixes with Dr. Samir Undavia If you’ve been told you have a "hole in your nose," you’re likely dealing with a septal perforation. In this episode of We Nose Noses, Dr. Samir Undavia walks through what that means, who to see first, the most common causes (from prior nasal surgery to medication technique and trauma), how ENTs pinpoint the reason, and the realistic treatments, from saline care and ointments to septal buttons and surgical repair. Clear, step-by-step guidance to help you breathe easier and decide next steps from the experts at NJENT....
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You can’t "nose job" with Botox, but you can fine-tune problems that bug you. In this episode, Dr. Undavia shows how targeted doses relax the muscle that pulls the tip down when you smile, soften bunny lines, reduce nostril flaring, and even micro-refine skin texture on select noses. Expect precise placement, realistic limits, and a quick guide to who’s a good candidate versus who needs surgical correction.
What you'll learn:
- When tip-droop Botox helps and what it can’t fix
- How to treat bunny lines and nostril flaring safely and conservatively
- What to expect from micro-dosed texture improvements on nasal skin
Not sure if nose Botox or surgery fits your goals? Schedule a focused consult to review precise options and expected results.
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