Breathe more freely with VivAer nasal airway obstruction treatment. This in-office procedure treats chronic nasal blockage by gently reshaping and opening your nasal airway, improving airflow without surgery. At Surgical Associates Northwest, our ENTs offer minimally invasive treatments that help you sleep better and get back to life comfortably.
Open Blocked Nasal Airways Without Surgery
VivAer nasal airway obstruction treatment is a minimally invasive, in-office procedure that helps you breathe better through your nose. It uses gentle, low-temperature radiofrequency energy to reshape and open the narrow areas inside your nasal passages that restrict airflow. At Surgical Associates Northwest, our ENTs use VivAer to reduce internal nasal blockage, improve airflow, and relieve chronic congestion when medications haven’t provided lasting relief.
What Does Vivaer Treat?
Nasal obstruction occurs when the internal structures of your nose narrow or swell, limiting the amount of air that can flow through your nasal passages. This can make breathing through your nose feel difficult or uncomfortable and may affect your sleep, energy levels, and ability to stay active. When medications or home remedies only provide temporary relief, treating the underlying structural blockage becomes essential.
Common signs that nasal obstruction may be affecting your breathing include:
- Difficulty breathing through your nose
- Ongoing nasal congestion or stuffiness
- Interrupted or poor-quality sleep
- Loud or habitual snoring
- Shortness of breath during physical activity
Benefits of Vivaer Nasal Airway Obstruction Treatment
VivAer offers a non-surgical way to improve nasal breathing by addressing the structural causes of blockage. This in-office treatment can fit easily into your routine while delivering meaningful, lasting relief.
Benefits of VivAer nasal airway obstruction treatment include:
- Improved airflow through the nasal passages
- Relief from chronic nasal congestion and blockage
- Minimally invasive treatment with no incisions
- Short, in-office procedure with minimal discomfort
- Little to no downtime after treatment
- Clinically proven improvement in breathing and quality of life
Your Vivaer Experience
Your VivAer experience begins with a thorough consultation at Surgical Associates Northwest. You’ll meet with one of our ENTs to discuss your symptoms, breathing concerns, and how nasal obstruction is affecting your daily life. We examine the inside of your nose, assess airflow, and may perform simple in-office tests to confirm whether structural narrowing is contributing to your symptoms. If VivAer is appropriate, we’ll explain exactly what you can expect.
On treatment day, your nose is numbed with local anesthesia to ensure comfort. A slim handheld device is gently placed inside your nostril to deliver controlled, low-temperature radiofrequency energy to reshape and open your narrowed nasal tissues. The procedure takes about 15 minutes, involves no incisions, and you can return to normal activities the same day.
Vivaer Nasal Airway Obstruction Treatment FAQs
What Does Vivaer Feel Like During Treatment?
During treatment, your nose is numbed with local anesthesia to keep you comfortable. You may feel pressure or warmth as the device is applied, but most patients do not report pain.
What Is Recovery Like After Vivaer?
Recovery is typically minimal. You can return to normal daily activities the same day. Mild congestion, tenderness, or crusting inside the nose is common for a short period, but these effects usually resolve as your nose heals.
How Effective Is Vivaer for Nasal Obstruction?
The VivAer treatment has been clinically shown to deliver high satisfaction and lasting relief.
According to clinical studies:
- 97% of patients experienced significant improvement in nasal breathing
- 94% of patients reported an improvement in nasal breathing during exercise or exertion
- 89% of patients reported getting a better night’s sleep
Who Is a Good Candidate for Vivaer?
To determine if you’re a good candidate for VivAer, you can try a simple screening test called Cottle’s maneuver, which can help indicate whether structural nasal narrowing may be contributing to your symptoms.
This is how you perform a Cottle’s maneuver:
- Step 1: Place two fingertips on your cheeks, on each side of your nose.
- Step 2: Gently press and pull outward to further open your nasal passage.
- Step 3: While holding, breathe through your nose.
If the Cottle’s maneuver helps you breathe better, you may be a candidate for VivAer.
Why Choose Surgical Associates Northwest?
Surgical Associates Northwest is a trusted ENT practice that has been caring for our community for 40+ years. Our doctors focus on minimally invasive, in-office treatments whenever possible, helping you get real relief without unnecessary surgery. We take the time to listen, explain your options, and tailor care to your specific needs. If nasal obstruction is affecting your daily life, schedule your consultation to explore your candidacy for VivAer in Auburn or Federal Way, WA.
