OUR SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Dr Sandeep’s expertise in the field of ENT surgery is both extensive and versatile, covering a full spectrum of surgical procedures designed to address a wide array of conditions.
EAR SURGERY
Dr Sandeep and his specialized team offer an extensive array of ear surgeries, catering to a variety of auditory issues and aesthetic concerns. Their expertise spans from procedures to address hearing loss and chronic infections to surgeries designed for cosmetic improvement. Below is a comprehensive list of ear surgeries provided:
MEDICAL EAR SURGERIES
MYRINGOTOMY AND TUBE PLACEMENT
This procedure involves making a small incision in the eardrum to relieve fluid accumulation and insert a ventilation tube. It’s commonly performed in children with chronic ear infections.
MYRINGOPLASTY AND TYMPANOPLASTY
Also known as eardrum repair, this surgery is done to close holes in the eardrum or repair a ruptured eardrum, often improving hearing.
MASTOIDECTOMY
Removal of cholesteatoma (abnormal skin growth in the middle ear), infected mastoid air cells located behind the ear, typically due to mastoiditis or chronic ear infections.
OSSICULOPLASTY
Reconstruction or repair of the small bones in the middle ear, often to improve hearing.
COSMETIC EAR SURGERIES
OTOPLASTY (PINNAPLASTY)
Commonly known as ear pinning, this surgery adjusts the shape, position, or size of the ears for aesthetic reasons.
EAR RECONSTRUCTION
Repair of ear defects resulting from trauma or cancer resection.
EARLOBE REPAIR
Repair of torn or stretched earlobes, often due to trauma or heavy earrings.
EAR REDUCTION (MACROTIA SURGERY)
Reduction of overly large ears to achieve a more proportionate appearance.
CAULIFLOWER EAR SURGERY
Surgical correction of deformed ears due to trauma, often seen in wrestlers or boxers.
SPECIALIZED EAR SURGERIES
The following procedures are not performed by Dr Sandeep but are offered in collaboration with other specialized surgeons that he works closely with.
- Acoustic Neuroma Removal: Surgical removal of benign tumours on the acoustic nerve.
- Stapedectomy:. It involves replacing the stapes bone in the middle ear to improve hearing.
- Cochlear Implants: This surgery involves implanting a device to stimulate the auditory nerve, aiding those with severe hearing loss.
NOSE SURGERY
Dr Sandeep stands at the forefront of surgical innovation with a blend of expertise rarely matched in the field. His exceptional educational journey has led him to be fellowship-trained in both Facial Plastic Surgery and Advanced Sinus Surgery, a distinction that places him among the most versatile ENT surgeons practicing in Singapore, and indeed, positions him in the ranks of a select few globally.
Here is a comprehensive list of nose surgeries he performs:
FUNCTIONAL NOSE SURGERIES
SEPTOPLASTY
Surgical correction of a deviated septum, often performed to improve breathing.
TURBINATE REDUCTION (TURBINECTOMY)
A procedure to reduce an enlarged turbinate, which can obstruct airflow and contribute to snoring or sleep apnoea.
FUNCTIONAL ENDOSCOPIC SINUS SURGERY (FESS)
Minimally invasive surgery used to remove blockages in the sinuses, commonly performed for chronic sinusitis.
NASAL POLYPECTOMY
Removal of polyps from the nasal passages or sinuses, typically to improve breathing or alleviate sinusitis symptoms.
NASAL VALVE REPAIR
Surgery to correct the collapse or weakness of the nasal valve area, which can lead to airflow restriction.
SEPTAL PERFORATION REPAIR
Dr Sandeep trained under Dr Ullas Raghavan, a pioneer in Septal perforation repair.
CHOANAL ATRESIA REPAIR
A procedure to open blocked choanae, usually a congenital condition affecting infants.
NASAL TUMOUR REMOVAL
Procedures to remove tumours, cysts and masses from the nose and nasal sinuses.
ENDOSCOPIC DCR
Surgery to unblock tear ducts.
ENDOSCOPIC PITUITARY SURGERY
Surgery to remove tumours of the pituitary gland through the nose without external scars.
COSMETIC NOSE SURGERIES
NASAL FRACTURE REDUCTION
Realignment and stabilization of a broken or fractured nose.
RHINOPLASTY
Aesthetic reshaping of the nose to improve its appearance and proportion in relation to other facial features.
SEPTO-RHINOPLASTY
Surgery to improve both the form and function of the nose.
TIP RHINOPLASTY
Surgery focused on refining the tip of the nose.
REVISION/SECONDARY RHINOPLASTY
A secondary procedure aimed at correcting issues arising from a previous rhinoplasty surgery.
CLEFT LIP AND PALATE RHINOPLASTY
Specific type of rhinoplasty performed to correct deformities related to cleft lip and palate conditions.
ETHNIC RHINOPLASTY
Tailored procedures that consider ethnic characteristics and aesthetic desires.
SADDLE NOSE REPAIR
Reconstruction of a collapsed nasal bridge, often due to injury or previous surgical complications.
NON-SURGICAL RHINOPLASTY
Utilizing fillers to temporarily change the shape or size of the nose, although not a surgical procedure, it is an option for minor adjustments.
NASAL RECONSTRUCTION
Complex procedures to rebuild the nose after trauma, cancer resection, or severe infection.
HEAD AND NECK PROCEDURES
Dr Sandeep and his proficient team offer a comprehensive suite of head and neck procedures to treat benign and malignant tumours. Here is an exhaustive list of head and neck surgeries they provide:
PAROTIDECTOMY
Dr Sandeep performs surgical removal of the parotid gland tumours using facelift incision for well camouflaged scars.
SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND EXCISION
Removal of the submandibular salivary gland, often due to infection or tumour.
SIALENDOSCOPY FOR SALIVARY STONE REMOVAL
Scarless surgical removal of calcified stones in the salivary glands using endoscopes.
THYROIDECTOMY
Surgical removal of part or all of the thyroid gland, typically due to cancer or other thyroid conditions.
NECK DISSECTION
Removal of lymph nodes in the neck, usually for diagnosis or as part of cancer treatment. Please note that Dr Sandeep does not perform neck dissection himself but collaborates with other head and neck specialists to offer this procedure.
ORAL CAVITY TUMOUR REMOVAL
Surgical resection of tumours located in the mouth or oral cavity.
LASER SURGERY
Use of lasers for various head and neck conditions, including cancer and vocal cord issues.
AESTHETIC SURGERY AND PROCEDURES
Dr Sandeep and his proficient team offer a comprehensive suite of head and neck procedures to treat benign and malignant tumours. Here is an exhaustive list of head and neck surgeries they provide:
FACELIFT (RHYTIDECTOMY)
This surgical procedure is designed to lift and tighten the skin on the face and neck, while removing excess fat and repositioning the underlying tissue to create a more youthful and lifted appearance.
NECK LIFT
This procedure targets sagging skin and excess fat in the neck area, resulting in a more defined jawline and smoother neck contours.
MINI FACELIFT
A less invasive alternative to a full facelift, a mini facelift can help address mild to moderate sagging in the lower face and jowls.
BROW LIFT
Also known as a forehead lift, this procedure elevates a drooping brow and smoothens forehead lines.
EYELID SURGERY (BLEPHAROPLASTY)
This involves removing excess skin and fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids, reducing the appearance of puffiness and bags.
DOUBLE EYELID SURGERY
For creation of double eyelids in Asian patients.
PINNAPLASTY
Surgery to address prominent ears and other abnormalities of the ear.
RHINOPLASTY
While primarily for reshaping the nose, rhinoplasty can also have a rejuvenating effect by balancing facial proportions.
CHEEK OR CHIN AUGMENTATION
Implants or fat grafting can restore lost volume in the cheek or chin area.
LIP LIFT
Addresses a long upper lip or a lack of visible upper teeth when smiling.
EARLOBE RESHAPING (LOBULOPLASTY)
This technique is used to addresses stretched or torn earlobes, and age related large or misshapen earlobes.
LASER RESURFACING
This non-invasive procedure uses a laser to remove damaged outer layers of skin, promoting the growth of new, smoother skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and lines.
INJECTABLE FILLERS
Fillers such as hyaluronic acid or collagen can be injected into the skin to plump up sagging areas, smooth out wrinkles and folds, and restore volume to the face.
BOTOX INJECTION
Addresses facial wrinkles, droopy brows, prominent masseter muscles, and facial asymmetry and synkinesis following facial nerve paralysis.
CHEMICAL PEELS
To address facial pigmentation and for facial skin rejuvenation.
TRAUMA AND RECONSTRUCTION
NASAL AND EAR RECONSTRUCTION
To address defects following resection of tumours and trauma.
FACIAL FRACTURE REPAIR
Surgical realignment and stabilization of fractured facial bones.
SOFT TISSUE REPAIR
Surgical reconstruction of facial lacerations.
RECONSTRUCTIVE FLAP SURGERY
Utilization of flaps of skin and tissue to reconstruct facial defects following trauma or tumour removal.
FACIAL NERVE PARALYSIS REHABILITATION SURGERY
Surgery to repair injured facial nerve or for rehabilitation.
VOICE AND SWALLOWING DISORDERS
MICROLARYNGOSCOPY
A surgical procedure using a microscope to examine or treat vocal cords.
PHONOSURGERY
Various surgical procedures to improve voice quality, such as polyp removal or vocal cord injections.
LASER SURGERY
Use of lasers to treat various laryngeal conditions, including papillomata and certain cancers.
TRACHEOSTOMY
Creation of an opening in the neck to bypass an obstructed airway.
CRICOPHARYNGEAL MYOTOMY
Surgical cutting of the upper oesophageal sphincter muscle to improve swallowing.
ZENKER’S DIVERTICULECTOMY
Surgical removal of a pouch that can form at the junction of the throat and oesophagus, affecting swallowing.
SWALLOWING THERAPY
Non-surgical rehabilitation techniques to improve swallowing function.
THYROPLASTY AND VOCAL CORD INJECTION
Surgery to alter the cartilage in the larynx or inject the vocal cord with a filler or Botox for better vocal cord function. Dr Sandeep does not perform this procedure himself but offers this service in collaboration with his laryngology colleagues.
SNORING AND OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNOEA
Dr Sandeep and his team committed to providing comprehensive solutions for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and snoring. Recognizing that these conditions can significantly impact quality of life, their approach is multi-faceted, involving both surgical and non-surgical interventions. Here is a comprehensive list of procedures they offer for treating OSA and snoring:
NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS
CONTINUOUS POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE (CPAP) THERAPY
The most common first line treatment for OSA, involving a machine that supplies a constant and steady pressure to the airway to prevent it from collapsing during sleep.
ORAL APPLIANCE THERAPY
Custom-fitted dental devices that reposition the lower jaw and tongue to improve airway patency.
POSITIONAL THERAPY
Use of devices to encourage sleeping in positions that optimize airflow.
MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
To strengthen the airway.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURES
RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION (RFA) AND COBLATION OF THE TONGUE
A minimally invasive procedure that reduces the size of the tongue base to improve airflow.
SURGICAL PROCEDURES
Repositioning Pharyngoplasty: The procedure aims to modify and reposition the tissues in the pharynx (throat area) to create a more open airway, thereby reducing the likelihood of airway collapse during sleep.
UVULO-PALATO-PHARYNGOPLASTY (UPPP)
Removal of excess tissue from the throat to widen the airway, commonly used to treat OSA.
ADENOIDECTOMY AND TONSILLECTOMY
Removal of large adenoids and tonsils to increase the volume of the airway or to treat blocked nose and repeated throat infections.
GENIOGLOSSUS ADVANCEMENT (GA)
Surgical repositioning of the tongue muscle attachment, reducing the likelihood of airway collapse.
MAXILLOMANDIBULAR ADVANCEMENT (MMA)
Repositioning of the upper and lower jaw to enlarge the airway. This procedure is performed in collaboration with maxillofacial surgeons.
RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION (RFA) AND COBLATION OF THE TONGUE
Stabilization of the hyoid bone to open up the lower throat area.
TONGUE BASE REDUCTION
Removal or alteration of tongue tissue to improve airway size.
COBLATION LINGUAL TONSILLECTOMY
A surgical procedure that involves the removal of the large lingual tonsils located at the base of the tongue, thus widening the airway.
LASER-ASSISTED UVULOPLASTY (LAUP)
A laser procedure to remove the uvula and surrounding tissue to treat snoring.
SEPTOPLASTY AND TURBINECTOMY
Surgeries to correct a deviated septum and reduce enlarged turbinates, potentially improving airflow and reducing OSA symptoms.
COMBINATION THERAPY
In some cases, a combination of surgeries like UPPP, GA, and MMA may be performed in stages to treat severe OSA.
INSPIRE THERAPY
A surgically implanted device that stimulates the hypoglossal nerve, preventing airway collapse during sleep.