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 Greater Orange County ENT 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

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

Zero Downtime

Patients typically return to normal activities on the same day.

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

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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 (714) 447-4100 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

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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.

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 (714) 447-4100.

Your Local VivAer Specialists

Elaine Martin, MD

Dr. Elaine Martin completed her Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery residency training at University of California Irvine. Prior to this, she completed medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2019. She practices comprehensive otolaryngology and has special interests in sinus and ear disorders as well as salivary gland and thyroid surgery.

Christopher Vuong, MD

Dr. Christopher Vuong completed his otolaryngology residency and an extra year of training in thyroid/parathyroid surgery at the high-volume academic institution, Loma Linda University Medical Center. He is board certified and his special interests include thyroid/parathyroid surgery, head and neck oncology, salivary disorders, sinus surgery, and voice/swallowing disorders.

Eric Sugihara, DO

Dr. Eric Sugihara is a board-certified otolaryngologist, with subspecialty in otology. He completed his residency in otolaryngology - head and neck surgery at Michigan State University through Detroit Medical Center. He additionally completed fellowship in advanced otology and skull base surgery at Puget Sound Ear, Nose, & Throat affiliated with Swedish Medical Center. He practices comprehensive general otolaryngology and has special interests in sinus, nasal, and ear disorders.

Michael C. Kao, MD

Dr. Michael C. Kao is a board-certified Otolaryngologist. He completed his Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery residency at the University of Washington in Seattle. He dedicated two additional years of research at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and his work on developing novel targeted therapy for HNSCC was awarded the Ballantyne resident research award in 2015. He practices comprehensive General Otolaryngology and has a special interest in voice and swallowing disorders, thyroid surgery, sinus and nasal disorders, head and neck oncology, and sleep surgery.

Eric Waki, MD

Dr. Eric Waki graduated from UCLA in 1982 receiving honors and was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He earned his medical degree at UCLA in 1986 and completed his residency at University of California, Irvine. Dr. Waki went on to complete a Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at Children’s Hospital of Michigan and is board certified in Otolaryngology.

Dr. Waki is a member of the American College of Surgeons, The American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Society, the Orange County Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Waki has served several leadership positions at St. Jude Medical Center over the years and continues to be elected to hold positions there yearly. He was Chief of Surgery at St. Jude Medical Center and President of the Orange County Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery.

Greater Orange County ENT

2240 N. Harbor Blvd Suite 200, Fullerton, CA 92835

(714) 447-4100

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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.