Balloon Sinuplasty vs. Traditional Sinus Surgery

When each is used

• Balloon: targeted openings, minimal tissue work, office-based, no general anesthesia

• Traditional surgery: extensive polyps, anatomy changes, Operating Room setting

Recovery snapshots

• Balloon: 24–48 hours typical downtime, return to work in 1-3 days

• Traditional: longer recovery, more postoperative care, 1-2 week recovery

Tampa Bay Area Care

Vitale ENT — Wesley Chapel • Lutz • Zephyrhills
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