ENT Specialists in Houston – SCENT Houston
Safe, in-office
sinus procedures
SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston is a Houston-based ENT practice specializing in advanced sinus surgery, nasal obstruction treatment, and minimally invasive sinus procedures.
World-class
specialists
At SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston, Dr. Madeleine Herman, MD is trained in the most advanced ENT and sinus treatment options. They provide world-class care you can trust. You can expect to be treated with compassion by the very best.
Advanced
Nasal Care
Poor nasal breathing can be debilitating. It leads to poor sleep and exercise and can be frustrating and embarrassing. There are many options to help you feel better. At SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston, we tailor your sinus and nasal therapy and surgery to your individual needs.
Sinus Surgery in Houston You Can Trust
Advanced Evaluation. Precision Diagnosis. Personalized Surgical Care.
Chronic sinus pressure, congestion, infections, and headaches are not normal — and they shouldn’t control your life. At SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston, we provide advanced sinus evaluation and minimally invasive sinus surgery in Houston using in-office CT imaging and endoscopic technology to precisely diagnose and treat the root cause of your symptoms.
Schedule a Sinus Assessment
If you are struggling with chronic sinus symptoms, the first step is a comprehensive sinus evaluation.
See what’s actually happening inside your sinuses — and get a clear plan forward.
📍 Serving Houston, TX and surrounding neighborhoods
📞 Schedule your sinus consultation today
Who Are We?
SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston is a Houston-based ENT practice specializing in advanced sinus surgery, nasal obstruction treatment, and minimally invasive sinus procedures such as balloon sinuplasty. Led by board-certified ENT surgeon Dr. Madeleine Herman, SCENT Houston treats both adults and children with chronic sinusitis and breathing problems.
Why SCENT Houston?
SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston is a Houston-based ENT practice specializing in advanced sinus surgery, nasal obstruction treatment, and minimally invasive sinus procedures.
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Comprehensive Sinus, Allergy & Sleep Care
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Experienced Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Doctors Serving Houston, Texas
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Conveniently Located Near Memorial, Katy & The Woodlands
Where is SCENT Houston – Sinus Center & ENT Specialists of Houston?
SCENT Houston is an ENT clinic located in the
Memorial neighborhood of Houston, Texas. We serve patients in:
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Houston, TX
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Memorial
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Katy
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The Woodlands
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Galleria
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Spring Branch
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West Houston
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Cypress
Voted "Top Doc" by Houstonia Magazine 2020 - 2025
Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgeon
Dr. Madeleine S. Herman, MD, MPH
Dr. Herman is dedicated to providing ENT and Sinus care you can trust. She is trained in the most advanced techniques to address your individual needs. Seeing adult and pediatric patients, she provides sleep, sinus, and ENT services to patients in the Memorial, Tanglewood, and the Greater Houston area.
What Is Sinus Surgery?
Sinus surgery (also called endoscopic sinus surgery) is a minimally invasive procedure designed to restore normal sinus drainage and airflow. It is typically recommended when chronic sinusitis does not respond to medications such as antibiotics, nasal sprays, or steroids.
Using small endoscopic instruments, blocked sinus openings are gently widened to improve ventilation and reduce inflammation — helping patients breathe more clearly and experience fewer infections.
Modern techniques may include:
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Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
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Balloon sinuplasty
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Image-guided sinus surgery
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Polyp removal
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Correction of structural blockages
The goal is not to “remove sinuses” — it is to restore healthy sinus function.
Precision Diagnosis: In-Office CT & Endoscopic Evaluation
At SCENT Houston, we do not rely on guesswork.
Every surgical decision begins with a thorough sinus assessment, which may include:
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Nasal endoscopy (performed comfortably in office)
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Same-day sinus CT scan
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Direct surgeon review of imaging
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Evaluation of anatomy, inflammation, and blockage patterns
This allows us to determine:
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Whether surgery is necessary
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If balloon sinuplasty is sufficient
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If structural issues (like a deviated septum) are contributing
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Or if medical therapy should continue
Seeing the anatomy clearly changes everything.
Who Is a Candidate for Sinus Surgery?
You may be a candidate if you experience:
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Chronic sinus infections (lasting 12+ weeks)
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4 or more sinus infections per year
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Persistent sinus pressure or facial pain
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Nasal obstruction or difficulty breathing
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Postnasal drainage that doesn’t resolve
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CT-confirmed sinus blockage
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Nasal polyps
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Failure of appropriate medical treatment
Not everyone with sinus symptoms needs surgery. That’s why imaging and evaluation are essential before making a decision.
Why Choose SCENT Houston for Sinus Surgery?
Choosing the right sinus surgeon matters.
At SCENT Houston:
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You are evaluated by the surgeon who performs your procedure
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In-office CT imaging allows immediate diagnosis
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Treatment plans are personalized — not one-size-fits-all
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We focus on minimally invasive techniques
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Care is boutique and physician-led
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We serve patients throughout Houston, Memorial, Katy, Spring Branch, and surrounding communities
Our approach centers on precision diagnosis, thoughtful surgical decision-making, and long-term sinus health — not just temporary symptom relief.