At Atlantic ENT, we specialize in diagnosing and treating ear conditions that affect hearing, balance, and overall ear health, using advanced technology and compassionate, patient-centered care.
Your ears are more complex than they appear. They not only allow you to hear but also play a vital role in maintaining balance. The outer ear captures sound, the middle ear amplifies it, and the inner ear converts vibrations into signals that your brain interprets as sound. Because of this delicate system, even small issues can lead to significant symptoms such as pain, hearing loss, or dizziness.
At Atlantic ENT, we treat the full range of ear-related conditions, from simple earwax impaction to complex middle-ear infections or hearing disorders. Our team works collaboratively to ensure every patient receives an accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment designed for lasting relief.
Our specialists provide both medical and surgical solutions for ear conditions of all kinds.
Balance problems and dizziness often originate in the inner ear. Videonystagmography (VNG) testing allows our specialists to evaluate how well your inner ear and eyes coordinate to maintain balance. This painless test tracks involuntary eye movements as you respond to different visual and positional stimuli. The results help identify whether your dizziness is caused by an ear disorder, neurological condition, or another issue—guiding the most effective treatment plan.
Earwax, or cerumen, protects the ear canal but can sometimes build up and cause discomfort, fullness, or hearing loss. At Atlantic ENT, we provide safe, professional earwax removal using gentle suction, irrigation, or specialized tools. Unlike home remedies that can push wax deeper or damage the ear, our clinical approach ensures complete removal without irritation or risk. Regular cleanings can also help prevent ear infections and maintain optimal ear health.
For children and adults with chronic ear infections or fluid buildup behind the eardrum, ear tube placement (tympanostomy) can be a simple, effective solution. The procedure involves inserting tiny ventilation tubes that allow air to flow into the middle ear, reducing infection frequency and improving hearing. Ear tube surgery is typically performed under brief anesthesia and provides long-term relief for patients with recurring infections or persistent fluid.
A hole or tear in the eardrum (tympanic membrane perforation) can cause pain, drainage, and hearing loss. Our surgeons specialize in tympanoplasty, a procedure that repairs and restores the eardrum’s integrity. Using advanced microsurgical techniques, we close the perforation and improve sound conduction—often achieving significant hearing improvement and preventing future infections.
Chronic ear infections can lead to ongoing drainage, hearing problems, or damage to the delicate bones of the middle ear. At Atlantic ENT, we perform surgical procedures such as mastoidectomy or ossicular chain reconstruction to remove infection, preserve hearing, and restore ear structure. These surgeries are carefully planned using high-resolution imaging to ensure precision and safety.
Our comprehensive ear surgery program addresses both functional and structural ear conditions. In addition to tympanoplasty and mastoidectomy, our team performs stapedectomy for otosclerosis (a condition that limits hearing due to bone hardening), cochlear implant evaluations, and other advanced procedures. Every surgical plan is tailored to your unique anatomy and goals, ensuring the best possible outcome and recovery.
Chronic ear infections may result from allergies, sinus problems, or Eustachian tube dysfunction that traps fluid behind the eardrum.
Home remedies like cotton swabs can push wax deeper or injure the ear canal. Professional cleaning is always safest.
Ear tubes usually remain in place for 6 to 12 months and often fall out on their own as the eardrum heals.
Yes. Ear tubes can benefit adults with chronic ear fluid or pressure issues due to sinus disease or Eustachian tube problems.
Persistent drainage, hearing loss, or recurring infections that don’t respond to medication may indicate the need for surgical repair.
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