Head & Neck
We Provide Comprehensive Assessment and Management of These Symptoms:
Common Head & Neck Conditions That We Treat
Common Head & Neck
Assessment and Treatment Options
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Excision biopsy of growths or tumours
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Hemi and total thyroidectomy (surgical removal of thyroid glands)
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Surgery of the parotid and submandibular salivary glands
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Minimally invasive surgery to remove stones in the salivary glands
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Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC, cancer behind the nose) screening
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Biopsy of suspicious growths for NPC
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Fine needle aspiration and cytology (FNAC)
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Incisional biopsy of growths or tumours (removal of a tissue sample for testing)
Our Specialists
Dr Chin Chao-Wu David
Senior Consultant Ear Nose Throat Surgeon
Dr Eng Soh Ping Elliot
Senior Consultant Ear Nose Throat Surgeon
Dr Leong Jern-Lin
Senior Consultant Ear Nose Throat Surgeon
Dr Mark Hon Wah Ignatius
Senior Consultant Ear Nose Throat Surgeon
Dr Huang Xinyong
Senior Consultant Ear Nose Throat Surgeon
For Singaporeans & Singapore Permanent Residents
Insurance & Medisave Partners
Certain ENT procedures are claimable under Medisave, and the exact amount would depend on the procedure. For more information, please speak to our friendly clinic staff about using your insurance plan, Integrated Shield Plan, or Medisave.
When Should You See An ENT Specialist In Singapore??
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Any Ear, Nose or Throat symptoms that you are troubled with or concerned of
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Persistent blocked nose with mouth breathing or snoring
visit us today
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Our Main Clinic
Feel free to drop by our clinic and meet our specialist
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Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre 3 Mount Elizabeth #09-03, Singapore 228510
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Other Practice Locations
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
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3 Mount Elizabeth #09-05 Singapore 228510
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Parkway East Medical Centre
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319 Joo Chiat Place #03-02 Singapore 427989
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Mount Alvernia Medical Centre D
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820 Thomson Road #08-63 Singapore 574623
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are head and neck conditions serious? When should I visit a doctor?
Most head and neck conditions and symptoms such as neck bumps and growths in the mouth are typically harmless and benign (noncancerous). However, in some cases, these growths may become cancerous over time and may indicate a more serious underlying medical condition.
You should seek immediate medical attention if your symptoms worsen or if you are uncertain about your symptoms or conditions.
What increases the risks of head and neck conditions?
- Family history of thyroid nodules or head and neck-related cancers
- Excessive smoking
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Poor oral hygiene
- Dehydration
- Poor nutrition
- Head and neck injuries
How to prevent head and neck conditions?
- Avoid smoking
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption
- Eating a well-balanced diet
- Using sunscreen and lip balm regularly
- Maintaining good oral hygiene
