VivAer® Treatment

It's time to breathe easy.

The minimally-invasive VivAer treatment can help if you persistently experience:

Trouble breathing through your nose
Nasal congestion
Difficulty sleeping
Challenges breathing during exercise

The Clear Choice for Easier Breathing – Day and Night

If you struggle with nasal obstruction, you may feel like your only options are invasive surgery or a lifetime of medications. The good news? Lasting relief is possible with the VivAer treatment at Chicago ENT with Chicago ENT.

More Than Just Easier Breathing

VivAer has been shown to improve breathing, enhance sleep quality, and reduce snoring in patients with nasal airway obstruction.^1,2 For CPAP users, patients who had a VivAer procedure were more likely to stay consistent with CPAP therapy compared to those who had surgery or no treatment at all.³

How VivAer Works

VivAer uses low-temperature radiofrequency technology to gently remodel your nasal passage to improve airflow. By precisely targeting the source of your nasal blockage, VivAer has been clinically shown to help patients breathe better, sleep better, and enjoy a better quality of life. VivAer is an in-office procedure, and most patients return to their normal activities the same day.

Minimally-invasive

No incisions, minimal discomfort and can be performed in your doctor's office.

Minimal Downtime

Patients typically return to normal activities on the same day and may continue using CPAP throughout recovery.

Lasting Relief, Better Sleep

In a four-year clinical study, 96% of patients experienced significant improvement in nasal breathing and reported getting a better night's sleep.¹

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"The sleep alone was incredible after the VivAer. My breathing has improved dramatically. I have more energy. I am more awake in the morning. I'm more focused in the morning when I'm working out. Breathing is easier. I have more air in my lungs... It was a great experience for my entire physical and mental health."

–Rob, VivAer Patient

Does your insurance cover VivAer treatment?

Give us a call at 773-296-5500 for help checking your insurance coverage. You may be eligible to use your Medicare or insurance benefits towards VivAer treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does VivAer work?

Nasal obstruction is caused by an anatomical narrowing or blockage in the nasal airway that can hinder airflow and make it feel difficult to breathe through your nose and sleep through the night.

Using low-temperature radiofrequency technology, VivAer gently remodels the nasal passage, precisely targeting the narrowing or blockage, to improve airflow. Improved airflow through the nose also helps reduce disrupted rest, snoring, and daytime fatigue. The treatment has minimal discomfort, and once it's finished, you can typically get right back to your normal activities.

What are the benefits of VivAer?

VivAer has been demonstrated in clinical studies to improve nasal breathing and provide lasting relief.¹

96% of patients experienced significant improvement in nasal breathing
96% of patients reported getting a better night's sleep
93% of patients improved their ability to get air through their nose during exercise or exertion

Is VivAer covered by insurance?

You may be eligible to use your Medicare or insurance benefits towards VivAer treatment. If you have any questions or would like help checking your insurance coverage for VivAer treatment, please call us at 773-296-5500.

VivAer is clinically shown to help patients breathe and sleep better. Ask your ENT if it's right for you.

Your Local VivAer Specialists

Michael Friedman, M.D.

Michael Friedman, MD, is an Otolaryngologist–Head and Neck Surgeon and serves as Medical Director for Chicago ENT. Since 1977, Dr. Friedman has practiced as an ear, nose, and throat doctor in the Chicago area, and has earned recognition from peers and patients alike. He started his career at the University of Illinois – Chicago Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery where he served as Associate Professor. Dr. Friedman is also a nationally known expert on head and neck cancer, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and sleep disorders.

T.K. Venkatesan, M.D.

T.K. Venkatesan, MD, is a board-certified Otolaryngologist–Head and Neck Surgeon and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He completed his internship at Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, and his residency in Otolaryngology at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. He currently serves as section chief of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Amita Health St. Mary’s Hospital. He has worked alongside Dr. Friedman for more than 27 years and has mastered numerous minimally invasive techniques. In addition, Dr. Venkatesan is currently an assistant professor at Rush University and has authored several publications and textbook chapters.

Adam Levy, M.D.

r. Adam J. Levy graduated magna cum laude from Boston University and attended Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, NY. He completed his general surgery internship and otolaryngology residency at the Yale University School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident from 2008-2009 before joining the Advanced Center for Specialty Care. He has published several pieces of original research and has contributed chapters to leading textbooks in the field. Dr. Levy specializes in adult and pediatric otolaryngology including all diseases of the ear, nose, and throat. He has a special interest in head and neck surgery, otologic disease, and the treatment of dizziness.

Jacob Friedman, M.D.

Dr. Friedman studied medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed his residency in Otorhinolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. With dedicated training in every ENT subspecialty, Dr. Friedman offers comprehensive management of diverse problems involving the ears, nose, and throat. His special interests include sinus disease, nasal breathing, sleep disorders, voice problems, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and cancer of the head and neck.

Chicago ENT

3000 N. Halsted Street, Suite #400 Chicago, IL 60657

773-296-5500

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

The VivAer® Stylus is indicated for use in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery for the coagulation of soft tissue in the nasal airway, to treat nasal airway obstruction by shrinking submucosal tissue, including cartilage in the internal nasal valve area.

Patients: It is important that you discuss any potential benefits and risks of a specific treatment with your doctor to decide whether it is right for you. Please consult your treating medical professional regarding specific questions and important information related to VivAer® indications, contraindications, and potential side effects. Rx only.