Services
Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat has a variety of services to take care of patients’ hearing, sinus and throat needs. This includes pediatric care that follows the same principles of the comprehensive adult services. With the option of looking out for multiple members of a family, visiting Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat is a great way to take care of a family that is serious about their ENT health.
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Nasal and Sinus Services
We treat chronic and recurrent issues with the ears that affect clarification of daily sounds. Physical ailments that cause hearing loss can be traced comfortably back to their origin with tests.
Allergy and sinus issues are two of the most common problems impacting individuals across the globe. From sneezing, watery eyes and scratchy throats, to aching or swollen sinus cavities, your allergy and sinus health can have a detrimental impact on your quality of life if not treated.
More on Allergy and SinusThe professionals at Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat often see patients suffering from frequent headaches due to sinus conditions and the structures of the ears and neck.
More on Headaches and MigrainesThe loss of smell is called anosmia. For most people, the loss of smell begins to deteriorate after the age of 60, and the majority of elderly people lose their sense of smell almost completely.
More on Loss of SmellUtilizing advanced technology for precise identification and resolution of these issues, Dr. Oscar Tamez is an expert in this field and has successfully treated patients of all ages.
More on Nasal Obstruction TreatmentIf you or your child has frequent nose bleeding, you should consider seeing a nose and throat specialists. Read more about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for nose bleeds.
More on Nose BleedsNon-allergic rhinitis is a set of symptoms resembling an allergy but having no known cause. Generally developing in adulthood, symptoms persist all year round.
More on RhinitisEvery year, countless individuals deal with sinus issues, often mistakenly attributing them to a cold or allergies, and distinguishing between these conditions can be challenging. The team at Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat is here to provide the care you need for any sinus problems to resume your day-to-day life!
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Face, Mouth, & Throat Ailments
When small things are left untreated, large problems can occur. Our professionals can treat infections, facial paralysis, lymph nodes issues, and other problems with the face, mouth, and throat.
Hoarseness, an abnormal change in your voice, can be the result of a disorder in the vocal cords (sound producing parts) of the larynx (voice box).
More on HoarsenessLaryngitis is a common medical condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the larynx (voice box). The majority of cases are caused by common viruses, infections or overuse of your voice.
More on LaryngitisThis condition develops when stomach acid travels up into your throat. Although you may experience "heartburn" or "indigestion", many of our patients do not have these exact complaints.
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Sleep Apnea & Sleep-related Conditions
Sleep apnea and sleep-related issues, such as bedwetting, insomnia, and snoring, can be treated accordingly at Tejas. With proper treatment, you can experience the joy of a full night’s rest.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep. People with insomnia have one or more of the following symptoms: difficulty falling asleep, waking up often during the night, waking up too early, and feeling tired upon waking.
More on InsomniaDr. Tamez's approach to sleep disordered breathing is to focus on getting patients to breathe optimally through their nose. Once a patient is breathing great through their nose, then Dr. Tamez proceeds with ordering a sleep study, if necessary.
More on Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously clench your teeth together during the day, or clench or grind them at night (sleep bruxism).
More on Sleep BruxismIn the living of our daily lives, few health conditions are as universally loathed, yet generally curable as snoring. Our professionals are knowledgeable and ready to help you (or those around you) sleep soundly.
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Chronic & Recurrent Ear Problems
We treat chronic and recurrent issues with the ears that affect clarification of daily sounds. Physical ailments that cause hearing loss can be traced comfortably back to their origin with tests.
Sometimes ear infections and/or fluid in the middle ear may become a chronic problem leading to other issues. In these cases, insertion of an ear tube by an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat specialist) may be considered.
More on Ear TubesWhen there's a hole or opening in the eardrum, known as an eardrum perforation, it can affect how smoothly these functions are carried out. The size of the hole can vary, from a small pinpoint opening to a complete loss of the entire eardrum. The team at Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat is here to help you understand your options regarding treatment
More on Eardrum RepairVertigo is an unpleasant feeling that is twofold. With vertigo, it feels as if the room is spinning, or it can feel as if you are moving. Vertigo is not the same as dizziness.
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Ear, Nose, & Throat Care for Children
All of the problems faced by adults are also common in children. In addition to treating pediatric ear, nose and throat issues, our practice has experience with other common childhood conditions, including: ADHD, mouth breathing and ear infections.
In children, airway problems are commonly caused from reflux of undigested food and secretions from the stomach. This condition is often difficult to diagnose, as typical symptoms are not always clear in children.
More on Airway ProblemsAsthma in children is a condition that can lead to serious complications. Asthma can be diagnosed by a pediatric asthma specialist, and there are many treatment options available. Find out about the symptoms and solutions of asthma.
More on AsthmaNocturnal enuresis is the medical term for bedwetting. Most children wet the bed occasionally or even nightly during the potty-training years. In fact, it is estimated that seven million children in the United States wet their beds on a regular basis.
More on Bedwetting - EneuresisWith Pediatric ENT services, children can enjoy the same health benefits as adult patients. Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat handles the minor and major steps in treating children and providing pertinent information to make them and parents feel comfortable with treatment.
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Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
Tejas Ear, Nose and Throat, P.A. offers a variety of surgeries to take care of patients’ hearing, sinus and throat needs. Dr. Tamez and his staff provide the highest level of coordinated care with meticulous attention to detail.
We understand how frustrating chronic sinusitis and recurrent sinus infections can be. When faced with this condition and struggling to breathe clearly, antibiotics and topical nasal steroids are generally the first methods of treatment.
More on Balloon Sinuplasty and Balloon Eustachian Tube DilationIf it is determined that you are a candidate for surgery; rest assured that you have an comprehensive, extensively experienced, compassionate surgeon in Dr. Tamez who has consistently great outcomes.
More on SurgeryTejas Ear, Nose and Throat, P.A. offers a variety of surgeries to take care of patients' hearing, sinus and throat needs.
More on Surgery OverviewTonsillectomy and adenoidectomy are indicated in persons with repeated or persistent infections and are also warranted in situations where there is enlargement of the tonsils and adenoids to such an extent that it causes severe sleep problems, dental abnormalities, and other issues.
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