No tamponade, minimally invasive, outpatient — whenever medically appropriate, we rely on tissue-sparing techniques such as the Celon method. The surgery is performed at the Kopfklinik Frankfurt, and we handle the follow-up care back in Rüsselsheim.
When do patients come to see us?
These are the symptoms we most commonly evaluate at our clinic:
Enlarged turbinates
Chronic nasal congestion despite medication — relief with the Celon method (bipolar radiofrequency), without the need for a nasal pack.
Deviated nasal septum
Septoplasty for straightening — significantly improves nasal breathing; can often be combined with turbinate reduction in a single procedure.
Polyps and chronic sinusitis
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) — a minimally invasive procedure that restores natural sinus drainage.
Surgeries for Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Palatal tightening, tonsillectomy/tonsillotomy, reduction of the base of the tongue — Indications strictly based on sleep medicine diagnostics.
Here's how the examination works at our clinic
A structured process from the initial consultation to a concrete treatment plan—you’ll always know what comes next.
Consultation
We’ll discuss with you whether surgery is really the right choice for your symptoms—including alternatives, the chances of success, and the risks. No pressure to have surgery.
Preliminary investigations and fact-finding
Endoscopy, imaging (DVT/CT) if necessary, pre-anesthesia consultation, blood tests. You will be given the informed consent form to take home and read in advance.
Surgery at the Frankfurt Head Clinic
The procedure is performed at the Surgical Center of the Kopfklinik Frankfurt—which features state-of-the-art equipment and a highly experienced team. The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, and you will be able to go home after a few hours of observation.
Aftercare at our facility in Rüsselsheim
First follow-up visit 24–48 hours after surgery, followed by additional appointments to monitor wound healing and for endoscopy. If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to call us.
Diagnostics and Methods
- Celon Method (bipolar radiofrequency)Minimally invasive volume reduction of the turbinates and soft palate — typically without the need for packing, short recovery time, minimal post-operative pain.
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgeryMinimally invasive, navigation-guided — restoration of natural sinus drainage.
- SeptoplastyStraightening of the nasal septum — a modern technique involving small incisions in the mucous membrane, leaving no visible external scars.
- Tonsillectomy and tonsillotomyComplete or partial tonsillectomy — the choice depends on the indication; in children, a less invasive tonsillotomy is often performed.