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“Why does my Face Hurt?” A Guide to Facial Sinus Pain

Pain from sinus pressure doesn’t always present itself in the sinuses alone - the pain and discomfort can also appear in the areas of the face surrounding the sinuses. So, if you are experiencing pressure or an aching feeling in your brow, cheeks, or forehead, it’s likely that you’re experiencing a sinus headache. The pain is usually worse if you’re leaning forward, as that puts more pressure on your sinuses. You might even feel pain in your teeth - this is because of the proximity of your jaw to your sinus cavities.

Can a Sinus Infection Make You Lose Sense of Taste

A sinus infection can make you miserable, and that’s not a surprise at all. But when foods that you would normally enjoy seem tasteless, it’s even more miserable. So why does this happen?

Can't Breathe Through Your Nose at Night? Here's why.

You’re ready to get a good night’s sleep, but almost as soon as your head hits the pillow you just can’t seem to breathe through your nose. Does this sound familiar? There are a handful of common causes to that uncomfortable feeling of not being able to breathe through your nose when you’re trying to sleep. They can include nasal congestion, obstruction, or even a deviated septum.

Your Winter Allergy Guide

With most of the major pollen producers being dormant this time of year, winter isn’t really thought of as an allergy season. In reality, winter can cause as many allergy issues as any other time of year. The sources are just different from what most people think of.

Start 2022 Healthy! Winter Sinus Tips

Winter might be known for colds, flu, and sinus issues, but there are ways that you can stay healthy this winter. Here are our top tips for keeping your sinuses healthy as we start a new year.

ENT Travel Tips

It's the most wonderful time of the year once again, which means that many of us will be traveling near and far to be with our family and loved ones. But before you make it home for the holidays, you've got to deal with the airport. With that in mind, here are some quick tips for staying healthy while you travel that we hope you find helpful this holiday season - particularly if you're flying.

Sinus Ear Pressure Tips

Pain from sinus pressure is bad enough when it affects your eyes, cheekbones, nose, and forehead. When that pressure is also causing pain in your eyes, you just want it gone, and fast. When it comes to ear pain from sinus pressure, the trick to pain relief is generally the same as treating other forms of sinus pressure. This is because the pain itself is due to how close your ears are located to your sinuses. Here are some ways that you can treat and relieve that sinus ear pain.

Am I Allergic to this Christmas Tree? The Wonderful World of Winter Allergies

It’s the most wonderful time of the year - sparkling lights, festive decorations, and beautiful Christmas trees almost everywhere you go. So why does it seem like you might have a cold? It's not allergy season after all . . . or is it?

Holiday ENT Survival Guide

The weather gets colder, the leaves fall, and holiday decorations begin to appear. This change in season can lead many to believe that allergies and issues of the ears, nose, and throat are limited to the occasional cold, but this isn’t actually the case.

We're Thankful for You! Our Commitment to Our Patients

The holiday season is a time to reflect on the many joys and blessings in our lives, whether they are a smile from a friendly face or the generosity of a dear loved one. At the Ashford Clinic, we are so thankful to have such wonderful patients, and we want to provide each and every one of you with the highest level of care possible.

Everyone's Favorite Fall Game: Do I have a Sinus Infection or a Cold?

Fall is a beautiful time of year, but as the weather gets cooler many of us find ourselves spending more and more time indoors. This means that it’s easier to catch Colds or a nasty Sinus Infection. If you do get a Cold or Sinus Infection, do you know how to tell one from the other?

Sinus Headache Help

Sinus headaches are no fun. When your sinuses become blocked, one of the uncomfortable side effects is a sinus headache. The pressure is usually felt around your eyes, between your eyes, and above your nose. To get rid of a sinus headache, you’ll need to address whatever is causing the blockage in your sinuses, and that could require a trip to see your ENT. In the meantime though, there are ways that you can treat the pain and soothe those painful sinuses.