Our Services ~ Ear

One of the most common reasons for a doctor’s visit is because of ear infections (otitis media). Ear infections are the most frequent illness of childhood. In fact, one third of all children have more than three ear infections during the first three years of life.

Otitis media literally means “infection of the middle ear.” The middle ear includes the eardrum and the space which contains the tiny ear bones which help transmit sound to the inner ear.

With prompt and proper treatment, ear infections can be treated successfully and serious complications can be avoided.
The treatment for otitis media is typically antibiotics. However, surgery may be necessary when there are continued infections despite antibiotics or if fluid persists in the middle ear even though the infection is gone.

The most common surgical procedure for recurrent otitis media is myringotomy (also called tympanostomy) with insertion of pressure equalizing tubes. This improves hearing and bypasses the poorly functioning eustachian tube, allowing air to enter the middle ear – an important function in normal ear function and hearing.