Protecting Your Nose During Sports
Playing a game of touch football in Mehaffey Park, twirling around on ice skates or starting a couples tennis tournament are just some of the fun activities that help us stay healthy. Whichever sport you enjoy, taking proactive measures to avoid injury is crucial. One common injury worth protecting against is a broken nose. How…
We’re Moving – but just for a little while! We are renovating!
Our Fort Collins ENT Clinic is getting a fresh new look and upgrade, but your care continues uninterrupted at our temporary home in our Loveland location. Our 1120 E. Elizabeth Street, F101 clinic will be temporarily closed from Friday 12/19/2025 through Monday, 2/16/2026. For the duration of the renovations, our ENT providers will be relocated…
Understanding Pediatric Mouth Breathing
If you’ve noticed your child sleeping with their mouth open or breathing through their mouth during the day, it’s reasonable to wonder whether it’s normal or a cause for concern. While mouth breathing in adults is usually harmless, chronic mouth breathing in children can influence their behavior and even the shape of their faces. Understanding…
How To Prevent Nosebleeds in the Winter
Colorado winters are known for cold temperatures and dry air. Not only does that dryness make you thirsty, but it can also increase your risk of nosebleeds. Giving your nasal health a little extra attention can help you stay comfortable all season long. How Dry Air Affects the Nose Both cold outdoor air and heated…
How To Manage a Sore Throat After the Holidays
We spend a significant portion of November and December talking. While the holidays are a fun excuse to share stories and inside jokes, all that extra vocalizing can leave your throat feeling raw and your voice sounding hoarse. Let’s look at a few ways you can offer your sore throat the spa day it needs…
Helping Your Child Cope With an Ear Infection
Many of us remember the uncomfortable ear infections we had as children. If you have kids of your own now, you might end up caring for them while they deal with their own ear infections. How Likely Are Ear Infections in Children? Your ears have thin canals called Eustachian tubes that balance pressure and drain…
We’re Moving – but just for a little while! We are renovating!
Our Fort Collins ENT Clinic is getting a fresh new look and upgrade, but your care continues uninterrupted at our temporary home in our Loveland location. Our 1120 E. Elizabeth Street, F101 clinic will be temporarily closed from Friday 12/19/2025 through Monday, 2/9/2026. For the duration of the renovations, our ENT providers will be relocated…
Are Sinus Infections Contagious?
Getting sick around the holidays is never fun. A bad cold or flu can cause you to miss out on meals with friends, workplace parties and trips to the Chapungu Sculpture Park for the light displays. With so much on the table, it’s crucial to know what conditions are and aren’t contagious. With sinus infections,…
What To Do About Anosmia on Thanksgiving
The scents of roast turkey and buttery mashed potatoes, alongside a pumpkin pie stuffed with cinnamon and nutmeg, make Thanksgiving a treat for the nose, as well as the taste buds. However, if you’re dealing with anosmia, a loss of smell, those Thanksgiving foods don’t pack quite the same punch. Not only will you miss…
How Does Otosclerosis Affect Hearing?
There are several factors that can interfere with your hearing, from exposure to loud noise and aging to ear infections and earwax blockages. One culprit you might not have considered is the bone remodeling in your ear—a condition called otosclerosis. How Does Bone Remodeling Interrupt Hearing? The bones in your ear are constantly remodeling. While…