Clear the Way: Real Stories of VivAer® and Lasting Relief

Breathing shouldn’t feel like a struggle, but for those living with nasal airway obstruction (NAO), it often does. Sleep, exercise, and even moments of rest can feel exhausting when airflow through the nose is restricted. Over time, mouth breathing, fatigue, and poor sleep become the norm without people realizing how much they’re affecting their daily lives.

When nasal sprays and restless nights start to feel routine, it’s time to take a closer look. At ExcelENT of Alabama, we offer VivAer®, a non-surgical treatment that targets the root cause of nasal obstruction. Performed in our Birmingham offices with little downtime, VivAer helps restore natural breathing and lasting relief.

The results speak for themselves. Here’s what patients had to say.

Life After VivAer: Real Relief From Obstructed Nasal Airways

“It Changed My Whole Life.”

LeAnna, a surgical technologist in Omaha, had long suspected something was off. 

“I felt like I got more exhausted than other people, and I was never out of shape, but I had no clue the reason why.” After struggling to breathe during everyday tasks, her ENT recommended VivAer. 

The in-office procedure was quick and painless. “I had no pain during or after,” she said. “Within a couple of weeks, I started noticing I can breathe better, I’m sleeping better.” Now four months out, she adds, “I’m feeling great, and I don’t get exhausted chasing my toddler anymore. It changed my whole life.”

“Why Didn’t I Do it Sooner?”

Dr. Vijay Sharma, an otolaryngologist in Jupiter, Florida, treated nasal obstruction in his patients for years before recognizing the signs in himself. 

“When I first became aware that I indeed had nasal obstruction myself, I personally had difficulty sleeping where I was blocked on both sides of the nose. Exerting myself at the gym, I would notice that I was mouth breathing quite a bit.”

After deciding to undergo the VivAer procedure, the improvement was fast and noticeable. “For me, the VivAer procedure was very easy to go through. I felt a little bit of pressure in the nose, a little bit of warmth. I took a pain pill for a day or two, but after that I was back at it pretty quickly. Within a week I felt better than I did walking into the procedure. Within two weeks, definitely a lot better, and then within a month I really felt good.” 

Reflecting on the experience, he said, “I’m thinking, why didn’t I do it sooner?”

“The Results Are Huge.”

Diana, from Golden, Colorado, had lived with fatigue for years without realizing the root cause. 

“I guess I knew I was just tired all the time…and you get used to it,” she said. It wasn’t until a dentist noticed how narrow her nasal passages were that she began seeking answers. “I sometimes wonder, have I not been able to breathe my whole life?” 

After struggling with a CPAP machine and finding no relief from other sleep doctors, she finally saw an ENT who recommended VivAer. “He started talking to me about this new procedure and I thought, well, let’s try it.”

From the start, the results surprised her. “Even during the procedure, I could breathe so much better. I was absolutely stunned.” Recovery was fast, and her quality of life quickly improved. “I’m sleeping better, I’m living better, day-to-day energy levels are way up.” 

Nearly six months later, the improvement hasn’t slowed down. “Everywhere I go, what I’m smelling is just…it’s incredible. It’s absolutely incredible.” Looking back, she says, “It’s really simple but the results are not. The results are huge.”

Could You Be Living with Obstructed Nasal Airways?

Breathing through your nose should feel natural, but for many people, it doesn’t. NAO is often caused by structural issues inside the nose, such as narrow nasal valves, enlarged turbinates, or past injuries that have restricted airflow. These problems can quietly affect your sleep, energy, and overall well-being without you even realizing it.

Common signs of NAO include:

• Difficulty breathing through your nose (often worse on one side)
• Mouth breathing during sleep or physical activity
• Snoring or waking up gasping for air
• Constant nasal congestion that doesn’t fully go away
• Frequent use of nasal sprays, strips, or decongestants

If you’ve been living with these symptoms, you don’t have to keep managing them day to day. VivAer may offer the lasting relief you’ve been searching for without surgery or long recovery times.

Why Choose ExcelENT for Nasal Airway Obstruction Treatment?

At ExcelENT, helping you breathe better is more than a goal; it’s part of how we improve lives every day. Living with constant congestion, poor sleep, and short-term fixes can take a real toll on your energy and well-being. That’s why we offer advanced, non-surgical treatments like VivAer, conveniently performed right here in our office.

Your care starts with a thorough exam using advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint the cause of your nasal obstruction. If VivAer is right for you, the procedure is quick, comfortable, and done under local anesthesia with little to no downtime. 

Most patients start to feel relief within just a few days, and improvements continue as healing progresses. With long-lasting results and a growing number of patients who say it’s changed their lives, VivAer is a solution you can feel confident about. 

Breathe Easier, Sleep Deeper, Live Better

Constant congestion, restless nights, and never feeling fully rested shouldn’t be regular occurrences. For many of our patients, VivAer has been the turning point that helps them breathe clearly, sleep soundly, and enjoy daily activities without discomfort. From Birmingham, AL, and beyond, people are experiencing the difference and wondering why they waited so long. 

Don’t settle for temporary fixes. Take the first step toward lasting relief by requesting a consultation with ExcelENT today.

Get Expert Nasal Obstruction Care in Hoover & Homewood, AL

Relief starts with the right team. ExcelENT provides personalized ENT care to patients throughout the Birmingham area, with locations in both Hoover and Homewood. Our team takes the time to understand your symptoms, identify the underlying cause, and recommend solutions that work like VivAer. 

If nasal airway obstruction is interfering with your sleep, energy, or daily life, we’re here to help you breathe easier and feel better. Call today to schedule your consultation.