15-Minute Nasal Airway Remodeling — Vivaer Treatment
Vivaer is a quick, in-office procedure that uses low-temperature radiofrequency energy to gently reshape the nasal valve area and permanently open the nasal airway. The treatment takes just 15 minutes and provides lasting improvement in nasal breathing without surgery, incisions, or downtime. FDA-cleared and covered by many insurance plans for documented nasal obstruction.
What We Offer
Conditions We Treat
- Nasal valve collapse and narrowing
- Chronic nasal obstruction and congestion
- Lateral nasal wall weakness
- Nasal airway restriction
- Functional nasal obstruction not requiring structural grafting
- Patients with positive Cottle or modified Cottle maneuver
What to Expect
Here's what happens during your visit, so you can come prepared and feel at ease.
The Vivaer procedure begins with application of topical anesthetic and a small local injection to numb the treatment area inside the nose. The Vivaer stylus is then positioned at the nasal valve, and controlled radiofrequency energy is delivered for just a few seconds per treatment point, reshaping the cartilage to open the airway. The entire treatment typically takes 15 minutes. You may have mild nasal congestion and tenderness for several days. Most patients can return to work and normal activities immediately. Improvement in breathing is typically noticed within 2-4 weeks and continues as the remodeled cartilage stabilizes.
When to See a Doctor
Vivaer may be right for you if you experience chronic nasal stuffiness, have been diagnosed with nasal valve collapse, use nasal strips (Breathe Right) to improve breathing, or if previous turbinate reduction alone did not fully resolve your nasal obstruction. Patients searching for a quick, non-surgical nasal obstruction treatment in Massachusetts should ask our ENT specialists about the Vivaer procedure.
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