What Happens If You Don't Fix a Deviated Septum?
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When a crooked septum needs surgery and when it can wait A deviated septum is very common, and plenty of people have one without ever knowing it. So if a doctor tells you that you have a deviated septum, or you suspect you do, it is natural to wonder what happens if you simply leave it alone. In this episode of We Nose Noses, Dr. Reddy of NJ ENT explains when a deviated septum is worth fixing, when it is not, and answers the rapid-fire questions patients ask most. What You'll Learn Why many people with a deviated septum never need surgery The breathing, sleep, and CPAP problems that may make...
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The #1 Mistake Patients Make Before Sinus Surgery
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ENT Specialists Reveal the Biggest Mistake Patients Make Before Sinus Surgery Is sinus surgery always the right answer? In this episode of the We Nose Noses podcast, Dr. Nishant Reddy and Dr. Greg Smith discuss the #1 mistake patients make before undergoing sinus surgery and why proper expectations, diagnosis, and preparation are critical for long-term success. The doctors explain how sinus surgery planning works, why CT scans are essential for modern navigated sinus surgery, and how some patients may pursue surgery before fully exploring other possible causes of their symptoms. They...
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Should I Change My Allergy Medication?
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ENT Specialists Explain When It’s Time to Switch Allergy Medications and When It’s Not Do allergy medications stop working over time? In this episode of the We Nose Noses podcast, Dr. Nishant Reddy and Dr. Greg Smith break down one of the most common questions allergy sufferers ask: “Should I change my allergy medication?” The doctors discuss popular antihistamines like Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra, and Xyzal, explain what studies say about medication tolerance, and share why worsening symptoms may actually be related to sinus inflammation rather than your allergy medicine “stopping...
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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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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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