Natural Remedies for Sinus Pressure

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center

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If you've ever had the displeasure of dealing with sinus pressure and pain, you're probably well aware of how uncomfortable it can be. What you're also probably aware of is that your symptoms weren't alleviated by taking medication. Often times, sinus pressure can be treated by natural remedies.

Check out a few of them below.

• Flush out your nasal passage using a netti pot or saline wash
• Take a hot steamy shower or bath
• Hydrate by drinking a lot of water throughout the day
• Eat spicy foods such as mustard, horseradish, or wasabi
• Use a humidifier
• Apply warm compresses over your face

Although natural remedies can help, in some cases they simply might not. It's important to know when to visit your doctor. If you're experiencing a fever or your symptoms for last for a week or more, contact your doctor. You may be in need of antibiotics or other treatment. 

Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery has a Sinus and Facial Plastics Institute which is the first and only facility in central Florida that is dedicated to the complete medical care of the nose, whether it be cosmetic or functional. To learn more about our sinus facility, please click here or call 407-944-3340 to schedule your appointment.

Important Facts For Allergy Sufferers

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center

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Did you know over 45 million Americans, which is about one fifth of the population, suffer from one kind of allergy or another? If you're one of those individuals, check out a couple facts about allergies below that you may or may not know.

Allergies have similiar symptoms.
Whether your allergies are due to pollen, mold, pet dander, dust mites, certain foods, or nickels, symptoms can be simliar. Symptoms include runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, skin rashes, congestion, and hives. Knowing exactly what you're allergic to can help treat and monitor symptoms.

There are a lot of solutions.
Antihistamines, decongestants, nasal sprays, allergy tests and allergy shots are just some of the solutions that can help ease symptoms you may be suffering from. Talk to your doctor about what the best treatment option for you is.

Lifestyle changes.
Medicine isn't the only way to help alleviate allergy symptoms. Simple things like closing the windows at night to keep pollen and mold out, using central air conditioning with a filter to clean your air, and dehumidifiers can help keep you comfortable and symptoms to a minimum.

Here at Florida ENT, that last thing we want is you to be suffering from allergies. Give us a call today at 877-EAR-NOSE and you will be one step closer to relief! For more information, visit www.floridaent.com.

Botox Cosmetic Procedures at Florida Ear Nose and Throat

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center

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We're sure at some point or another you've heard the word "botox" being thrown around but may be unsure of what it exactly is. Botox Cosmetic is a prescription drug that temporarily paralyzes muscles when injected.

Even though Botox was originally used for treating eye and muscle spasms, it's commonly used for cosmetic procedures. Some of those procedures include correcting forehead furrows, frown lines, crow's feet, and skin bands on the neck.

In addition to cosmetic procedures, Botox can be used to treat a number of medical probelms such as excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines.

To learn more about Botox or to schedule your consultation, we encourage you to give us a call at 407-944-3340 or visit our website.

Tips To Handle Allergy Symptoms

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center
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Are your allergy sypmtoms driving you crazy? After a while the constant sneezing, sniffling, runny nose and itchy eyes tend to take a toll. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help reduce the irritation and annoyance that are allergy symptoms. Check them out below.

Eat an orange. Oranges are naturally rich in vitamin C, a natural antihistamine. Studies have also linked low levels of vitamin C with allergies. So, if your allergies are acting up, consider taking a vitamin C supplement.

Wash bedding regularly. Washing your bed sheets and blankets every week in hot water is the best way to kill microscopic dust mites that love to make your bed their home.

Keep pets out of your bedroom. We know this one can be extremely tough, however, keeping your bedroom free of pet dander is extremely important (as it can cause allergies). Let the barking and meowing ensue!

Double check dryer vent. Did you know for every load of laundry you do, 19 pounds of moisture has to go somewhere? Crazy! Be sure that your dryer vent is going outside and not to your garage or basement. If it's in fact indoors, this could lead to mould build-up in your home leading to more discomfort.

Clean and declutter. Upkeeping your home is an integral part in dealing with allergies. Be sure to vacuum every room of the house once per week, declutter, keep bathroom free of mold and don't use scented detergents or cleaners.

If you can't seem to get a handle on your allergies, give Dr. Wade Han a call at Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Suery Center. We would be more than happy to setup and appointment for you and have you feeling better in no time! To learn more, visit www.floridaent.com.

Sinusitis and Diet - Are They Connected?

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center
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Sinusitis, the painful inflammation of the membranes lining the sinus cavities in the skull, affects more than 37 million people each year. If you're one of the individuals suffering from this issue, we're sure you're well aware of how uncomfortable it can be. Along with natural remedies, there are a few dietary measures you can take that may help alleviate pain before visiting the doctor. Check them out below.

• Drinking fluids is a great way to keep your sinuses moist and aid in drainage. Aim to drink 8 to 10 cups of water daily. You can also incorporate broth, tea and juice.
• Increasing the amount of vitamin C in your diet is another great way to help keep sinus pain to a minimum. Stock up on fruits and vegetables that are high in vitamin C like oranges, red and green bell peppers, kale, broccoli and strawberries.
• Did you know there are some food out there that are natural decongestants? If your sinuses are acting up, it's a perfect time to include ginger, thyme, cumin, cloves or cinnamon into your meals!
• Along with vitamin C, vitamin E has many anti-inflammatory benefits. Vitamin E can be found in many foods including dark leafy greens such as spinach, almonds, avocados, shellfish, squash and kiwi.

If none of your at-home remedies seem to be helping, we encourage you to give our Sinus & Facial Plastics Institute a call to schedule an appointment. Our facility, located in central Florida, is dedicated to the complete medical care of the nose, both cosmetic and functional. To learn more about our sinus institute, please visit our website or call 407-944-3340.

Florida ENT Patient Testimonials

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center
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Dr. Wade Han and the team at Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery are here to provide our patients with the higest quality personal care and the most advanced technology. Are you interested in giving us a call to learn more about our services? If so, see what some of our previous clients are saying about their experience with us!

"Dr Han - I really didn't know what to expect when I went to your office for a consultation. As you know I've been to several other specialists regarding the problem with my nose. When I met you and your staff I was happy to find myself in a warm and caring environment. You are a brilliant doctor and I am forever grateful for helping me get my confidence back." -P.G.

"Dr. Han & Staff - It has taken me a while to find the words to describe how grateful I am. It is awe inspiring to me to be able to breathe through my nose. After years of sinus infections, constant headaches and restricted breathing, I don't know where to begin. Amazing results aside, you & your associates were the most kind, responsive and professional individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I shopped around for doctors when considering rhinoplasty and your office was the first place I felt comfortable. I truly appreciated the time you took to talk with my parents and I before surgery to help ease our nerves. It was also reassuring to know you were just a phone call away during recovery. Now, roughly five months after surgery, I love my new nose. It not only works correctly, but looks perfect. I believe it is even better than before I broke it. My confidence level is finally growing back and I am no longer hyperconscious of angles when taking pictures. I can also say I have not had a sinus infection or sinus headache since before surgery. Happy does not even begin to describe how I feel about the results and experience. I am ecstatic, relieved, grateful, overwhelmed and joyous about every aspect of having surgery with you. I have already begun singing your praises to my friends and family. I cannot begin to thank you enough for everything you have done for me." -A.R.

"To summarize my experience with Dr. Han in a word: superb! From my initial consultation to weeks after my operation all I ever received from Dr. Han and his staff was a professional and courteousness rarely seen nowadays. And at the same time the team was completely down- to-earth and extremely supportive for what was my first surgical experience. Dr. Han's office sets the standard for what the medical professional experience should be." -J.B.

" I have been suffering with seasonal allergies for years. Multiple times a year I would endure sinus infections and almost weekly, severe headaches. When I went to see Dr. Han, he not only offered me hope of improving my quality of life, he also took the time to explain why I was in pain. Almost 8 months ago, Dr. Han performed sinus surgery on me. Since that time, my headaches have been few and far between and my quality of life has vastly improved. Additionally, I was impressed with my post-surgery recovery. I had very minimal bruising/ swelling, which proved to me, that Dr. Han is not only a great doctor; he is also a highly skilled surgeon! I am extremely pleased with my experience with Dr. Han, and his staff. The entire staff always greeted me by name, and they were very pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend Dr. Han's office as my ENT specialist and plastic surgeon!" -L.D.

Have you had a recent experience with us? Let us know about it on our Facebook page! To learn more about Florida ENT, please visit www.floridaent.com.

Causes of Hearing Loss

Florida Ear Nose Throat

Facial Plastic Surgery Center

877-EAR-NOSE

www.FloridaENT.com

Simply put, hearing loss is the sudden or gradual decrease in hearing. Did you know hearing loss can be temporary, permanent, mild, severe, reversible and can affect one or both ears? If you're suffering from hearing loss, you're not the only one. Hearing loss affects up to 25% of individuals between the age of 65 and 75 and up to 50% of people over the age of 75.

Although the most common cause of hearing loss is age, there are some other causes as well. They include:

• Chronic exposure to loud noise
• Wax buildup in one or both ears
• Runs in the family
• Fluid buildup caused by ear infections
• Object stuck in the ear canal
• Ototoxic medication

If you're suffering from hearing loss, there are a few measures that can be taken to help treat it depending on the cause. We encourage you to give our office a call today to learn more about how we can help you handle hearing loss. For more information, visit www.floridaent.com or call 877-EAR-NOSE.

Florida Ear Nose Throat Testimonals

Florida Ear Nose Throat

Facial Plastic Surgery Center

877-EAR-NOSE

www.FloridaENT.com

Here at Florida Ear Nose and Throat, we are committed to providing our patients with the best possible care and service. We hold ourselves to an extremely high level of ef excellence in every aspect of our ear, nose, and throat practice.

Are you considering becoming one of our patients? If so, hear what some of our previous clients are saying about their experience with us. To learn more, we encourage you to give us a call at 877-EAR-NOSE, or visit www.floridaent.com.

"Just wanted to post my experience with Dr. Wade Han. I had surgery for a deviated septum and I had a good amount of polyps removed on February 7th. I just had my check up and it was a huge success. I would recommend Dr. Han any day. I have already told several people that will make appointments to see him. If anybody wants to reach out to me about my experience, please reach out. I am very grateful for all of the help of Dr. Han and his amazing staff."

Florida ENT Allergy Services

Florida Ear Nose Throat

Facial Plastic Surgery Center

877-EAR-NOSE

www.FloridaENT.com

Having an allergic reaction is something that is never planned, but more importantly, it may happen to someone who has never had an allergic reaction before. Being unaware of possible allergies could make the first reaction a lot more dangerous. A delayed response time could mean the difference between life and death. Knowing which allergens a person is allergic to can help lower response time in case of a reaction, as well as lowering the frequency in which they occur.

Luckily for us, allergy screening is available to diagnose which allergens we can possibly be allergic to. Blood tests are available to screen the body for antibodies, which are produced in response to allergens entering the body. Skin tests are also available in which a solution of an allergen is placed on the skin and the scratched. The allergen will then enter the body and allow the physician to see if their is an abnormal reaction. Skin tests are more common when trying to diagnose common allergies such as bee venom, latex, specific foods, penicillin, and eczema.

Many people have allergies and must take precautionary measures to avoid specific allergens daily. For those who are unaware of possible allergies, it can be a dangerous road when an allergic reaction happens for the first time.

There is no reason not to get screened for allergies, as it could save your life! For more information on allergy screenings click here or call 877-EAR-NOSE to schedule an appointment.

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Facial Plastic Surgery Center

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Here at Florida Ear Nose Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery Center, we are committed to providing you, our patients, with the highest quality of personal care and customer service. That's why we're making getting in touch with us even easier.

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