While many people immediately think of the ears in terms of their cosmetic appearance, the ears are actually vital tools that help us maintain our balance and provide communication in our lives.
The first step is for our team of vetted ENT specialists to evaluate your ears and understand the root of your disorder. We will delve into your medical history and will perform a detailed physical exam along with thorough diagnostic testing. A personalized treatment plan will then be created to help resolve your concerns. Some of the treatments we may conduct include:
These devices allow excess fluid to be successfully drained from the ears. The procedure takes around 20 minutes and is performed using local anesthesia.
Surgery can be performed to correct abnormalities in the ear bone or repair the eardrum. This can help prevent future infections from occurring.
An ear tumor is typically a benign growth or mass of abnormal cells in the inner or middle ear, causing difficulty with hearing, balance, and other functions. An ear tumor is removed with a surgical procedure to help restore hearing and balance and restore the function of the ear. The tumor is removed through an incision in the middle ear or window incision in the skull.
During this procedure, the eardrum and the middle ear bones are reconstructed, or in some cases, all three of the middle ear bones are replaced. During surgery, the eardrum is elevated and the small bones called ossicles are examined. If the ossicles are in good condition, one bone will be removed and sculpted into the correct shape. It will then be positioned newly to reconnect the ossicular chain.
If the eardrums have been compromised due to loud noises, trauma, or ear infections, the patients may experience a host of symptoms such as nausea, discomfort, and hearing loss. Our qualified surgeons can perform a grafting procedure to repair perforations and ruptures in the eardrums.
Ear disorders can interfere with enjoying daily tasks, spending time with friends and family, and performing well at work. A loss of balance and hearing can occur, as well as chronic pain. When even a single small region of the ear is damaged, it can affect the entire hearing system.
We use complex diagnostic testing to determine the source of your ear troubles. Tests may include CT imaging, endoscopy, balance testing, and hearing tests.
Florida ENT Associates is a sanctuary for state-of-the-art ENT care in Lake Wales, Winter Haven, Haines City, Sebring, and Clermont. From our caring, experienced staff to our advanced, cutting-edge in-house technology, we aim to exceed your expectations for excellence at every juncture. Our practice is founded on the following principles:
Personalized Treatment
Every patient receives customized care that is tailored to their unique anatomy, lifestyle, comfort level, and goals for improvement. We take the time necessary to get to know our clients and understand their concerns in depth.
Top-rated Physician Network
Our specialists and subspecialists are meticulously trained and vetted, having undergone years of education, fellowships, and residencies to become verified leaders in their fields.
Continuity of Care
Every practitioner at Florida ENT Associates takes a collaborative and cooperative approach to your condition, meaning that healing is exponential. We follow up with you and continue to provide support long after you walk out the door.
Community Investment
We believe in helping people. Not just at our clinics but in the world at large. That is why we actively give back, donating knowledge, supplies, and resources to our neighbors and those in need.
In general, complicated ear disorders may require surgery. However, there may be other options, depending on your individual circumstances. Our team will assess your case and create an individualized treatment plan.
Ear tubes usually fall out by themselves after a few months.
Complicated ear disorders can happen to anyone, young or old. If you already experience chronic ear infections, you may be more likely to be diagnosed with a complicated ear disorder.
