Medical and surgical care for the ears, nose and throat.
Our practice uses advanced technology to perform a full range of ENT procedures, many of them right here in our Midtown office.
Balloon Sinuplasty
A small, flexible balloon catheter gently widens blocked sinus passages so mucus can drain. It may be performed in our office under local anesthesia, and Dr. Silvers took part in the FDA trials that brought it there.
Balloon Sinuplasty overview ↗Chronic & recurrent sinusitis
Inflammation or infection of the lining of the sinus cavities. It may be treated with medication, Balloon Sinuplasty or traditional sinus surgery. Read more →
Pronox® gas for in-office comfort
Balloon Sinuplasty is done in our office using Pronox® gas as the anesthesia, to keep you relaxed and comfortable. Read more →
Back to regular activity within a couple of days
Most patients return to regular activity within a couple of days. Read about Balloon Sinuplasty →
Sinus & Allergy
Allergies can cause itching, sneezing and swelling, and sinusitis is inflammation or infection of the sinus lining. We also offer VivAer® for nasal obstruction and RhinAer® for chronic rhinitis, both without incisions.
Sinus & Allergy overview ↗Allergies
Caused by a wide number of factors, allergies can result in itching, sneezing and swelling. Read more →
VivAer® for nasal obstruction
If you regularly have trouble breathing through your nose and nothing seems to help, VivAer® can open your nasal airway for lasting relief. Read more →
RhinAer® for chronic rhinitis
For a constantly runny nose, RhinAer® disrupts the nerve signals behind it instead of managing symptoms with sprays. Read more →
Deviated septum & nasal polyps
A misaligned septum or benign growths in the nasal passage can make breathing difficult. Read more →
Sleep Apnea & Snoring
Our Sleep Apnea & Snoring Center treats adult and pediatric patients. The doctor examines the mouth, nose and throat to find where airflow is reduced during sleep, then discusses the best treatment option.
Sleep Apnea & Snoring overview ↗Obstructive sleep apnea
A common condition that occurs when the throat muscles relax during sleep and block the airway. Read more →
Central & complex sleep apnea
Occurs when the muscles that control breathing don’t receive the proper signals from the brain. Read more →
Snoring
Snoring happens when air can’t flow freely through the back of the throat and the nose. Read more →
Sleep testing
Sleep studies show whether sleep apnea is present and to what degree. Read more →
Head & Neck Surgery
Dr. Krevitt is Director of Head & Neck Surgery and Thyroid/Parathyroid Care at the New York Otolaryngology Group.
Head & Neck Surgery overview ↗Thyroid & parathyroid surgery
Evaluation and surgery for thyroid and parathyroid conditions, led by Dr. Krevitt. Read more →
Hearing & Ear
Ear problems can affect your balance as well as your hearing. We diagnose and treat conditions of the middle and outer ear for children and adults.
Hearing & Ear overview ↗In-office Eustachian tube dilation
A minimally invasive, in-office procedure that opens the tube connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose. Read more →
Ear infections
Usually found in the middle ear, ear infections can cause pain, discomfort and even burning. Read more →
Ear pressure & crackling
A blocked or popping feeling in the ear that does not clear on its own. Read more →
Hearing loss & ear fullness
Hearing loss is caused by several different factors, and is preventable in some cases. Read more →
How Balloon Sinuplasty works
No cutting and no removal of bone or tissue. Dr. Silvers was part of the FDA trials that brought the procedure into the office, under local anesthesia.
VivAer® for nasal obstruction
If you regularly have trouble breathing through your nose and nothing seems to help, VivAer® can open your nasal airway for lasting relief.
Learn more → No surgery, no incisionsRhinAer® for a persistent runny nose
For chronic rhinitis, RhinAer® disrupts the nerve signals behind a constantly runny nose, instead of managing symptoms with sprays.
Learn more →Could surgery be right for you?
When sinus pain can't be treated with medication, we may suggest surgery. Our short sinus survey can help you decide whether to come in.
Take the Sinus Survey ↗Before your visit
Can I book online?
Yes, through ZocDoc. If an appointment is not available there, call our office at (212) 213-3339 and we will get you in within 24 hours.
Is Balloon Sinuplasty done in the office?
It may be performed in our office under local anesthesia. Dr. Silvers will review with you whether it is the right procedure for your sinus obstruction.
What is recovery like after sinus surgery?
For the first three days, do a daily saline flush and avoid blowing your nose. Limit activity for five days. Regular activity and flying can usually resume after two weeks.
Do you see children?
Yes. We care for patients of all ages, including pediatric sleep apnea and snoring.