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• Balloon sinuplasty is a relatively new procedure, which was approved by the FDA in 2005.
• 95% of patients who've undergone balloon sinuplasty reported improvement in their symptoms.
• Most patients report experiencing improved sleep after having the procedure.

Balloon sinuplasty, also known as balloon catheter dilation surgery, is a procedure used to clear blocked sinuses, according to Healthline. This surgery is relatively new, having been approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2005. It’s also commonly referred to as the “smart sinus” procedure.

Balloon sinuplasty is becoming more popular because it carries lower risks and a quicker recovery time than traditional sinus surgery, according to GoodRx.

Sixty to 75% of chronic sinusitis sufferers also suffer from poor sleep, according to Expert Review of Anti-infective Therapy.

"Whatever your sinus condition is or your complaint, the Gulf Coast Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers can definitely find a way to improve your quality of life," Dr. Matthew Blair of Gulf Coast Breathe Free told West Florida News. "And we've just got to take it slowly and tailor your treatment to your specific problem. And we could definitely improve you in some way. With balloon sinuplasty, the recovery time is significantly shorter, hopefully the outcomes are permanent, and then your quality of life is much improved and your sino-nasal symptoms have been fixed or greatly minimized."

A study of more than 1,000 patients who underwent balloon sinuplasty procedures found that more than 95% saw improvement in their symptoms, and none of the patients reported any adverse effects as a result of the procedure, according to Fierce Healthcare.

Within several days of a balloon sinuplasty procedure, most patients report experiencing improved symptoms, including better sleep, easier breathing and less or no facial pain and pressure, Sleep Review reported.

Readers experiencing sinusitis are invited to take a Sinus Self-Assessment Quiz provided by Gulf Coast Breathe Free Sinus & Allergy Centers.