You may be eligible to use your Medicare or insurance benefits towards VivAer treatment.

VivAer® Treatment

It's time to breathe easy.

The non-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 Clearing Nasal Blockage

If you have nasal obstruction, finding a long-term solution often meant invasive surgery or continued use of medications. Now Dr. Melon can offer you significant, lasting relief with the VivAer treatment.


VivAer uses low-temperature radiofrequency technology to gently remodel your nasal passage and improve airflow. By precisely targeting the source of the nasal blockage, VivAer has been clinically demonstrated to help patients breathe better and improve their quality of life. This treatment is performed right in our office, and patients typically return to normal activities on the same day.

Non-invasive

Non-invasive

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

Zero Downtime

Zero Downtime

Patients typically return to normal activities on the same day.

Lasting Relief

Lasting Relief

In a clinical study, VivAer has been shown to significantly improve quality of life and provide long-lasting relief in 96% of the patients.¹

Am I a Candidate?

"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 (828) 322-2183 for help checking your insurance coverage. You may be eligible to use your Medicare or insurance benefits towards VivAer treatment.

See How VivAer Works

How VivAer Works
Patient Story
Patient Story
Am I a Candidate?

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.

Using low-temperature radiofrequency technology, VivAer gently remodels the nasal passage, precisely targeting the narrowing or blockage, to improve airflow. 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.

  • 96% of patients experienced significant improvement in nasal breathing¹
  • 89% of patients reported getting a better night's sleep²
  • 94% of patients improved their ability to get enough air through their nose during exercise or exertion²

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 (828) 322-2183 .

Your Local VivAer Specialists

David Melon, MD, FACS

David Melon, MD, FACS

Dr. David Melon has served of the President and CEO of Carolina ENT Sinus and Allergy Center since 2017. He has also held the position of Chairman of the Board at Viewmont Surgery Center when under his leadership, a strategic joint venture partnership was formed with two competing health care systems, significantly expanding access to cost-effective ambulatory surgery options for patients throughout the Unifour region.

He earned his undergraduate degree in cognitive science from the University of Virginia and completed his medical education at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He then pursued residency training in Otolaryngology at The Ohio State Medical Center. Dr. Melon is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Thyroid Association, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the Triological Society.

A dedicated advocate for the surgical community in North Carolina, Dr. Melon previously served as the Young Fellows Representative for the North Carolina Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. His passion for improving the patient experience is reflected in his 2022 contribution to the book Essential Healthcare Economics: The Patient Experience, A Starting Point for Better Healthcare and his 2024 publication of his Triological Thesis: Otolaryngic Allergy Patient Journey Mapping: A Framework for Allergy Immunotherapy Adherence.

Carolina ENT- Sinus and Allergy Center

304 10th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601

(828) 322-2183

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

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.