Dallas Ear Institute

09/30/2025

Struggling with chronic ear infections or fluid behind the eardrum? Myringotomy and tympanostomy tubes (ear tubes) may be the solution.

These tiny medical devices help equalize pressure in the middle ear, allowing fluid to drain and restoring normal hearing. For children, this can mean fewer missed school days due to recurring infections. For adults, the procedure is quick, safe, and often performed right in the office.

At Dallas Ear, or team provides safe and effective ear tube placement for patients in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco. ✅

📅 Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward clearer hearing and healthier ears.

Find effective ear tube treatments in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco, TX, for improved ear health and hearing. Call Dallas Ear today to schedule your consultation.

09/26/2025

Did you know hearing loss occurs in varying degrees?

🌟 Normal Hearing (0–25 dB): All speech sounds are clear, even soft conversations.
🌟 Mild Hearing Loss (26–45 dB): Some consonants may be hard to detect, especially in noisy settings.
🌟 Moderate Hearing Loss (46–70 dB): Everyday conversations become challenging.
🌟 Severe to Profound Loss (71+ dB): Speech is often not heard, and only very loud sounds may be detected.

If you’ve noticed difficulty following conversations, especially in groups or noisy environments, it may be time for a hearing evaluation.

Take the first step and schedule your appointment today.

Degrees of hearing loss shows a visualization of what can be heard from normal hearing, to profound hearing loss. This will help your doctor in coming up with the right hearing loss solution for your needs.

09/24/2025

A cholesterol granuloma is a rare, benign cyst that forms in the temporal bone, usually in the petrous apex near the inner ear. While noncancerous, it can sometimes grow large enough to press on surrounding structures, leading to symptoms such as:

✅ Headaches behind the eyes
✅ Double vision
✅ Facial numbness or pain
✅ Hearing loss

At Dallas Ear Institute, serving Dallas, Frisco, and Fort Worth, our specialists diagnose cholesterol granulomas with MRI and CT scans and offer personalized treatment options ranging from monitoring to minimally invasive drainage procedures.

If you’ve been diagnosed or are experiencing unexplained symptoms, we’re here to help.

At Dallas Ear Institute, our highly trained ENT doctors are experienced in testing and treating cholesterol granuloma. Call to schedule an appointment.

09/22/2025

“Can I just wear one hearing aid?” It’s a common question but for most people, the answer is two. Wearing two hearing aids improves sound localization, reduces listening effort, and can even help ease tinnitus.

Your hearing is unique, and the best solution depends on your individual needs. Learn why two hearing aids may be the better choice and how they can improve your daily life.

As you can see, there are several reasons why two hearing aids are likely more beneficial than one. However, all patients’ needs are unique and an audiologist will help you determine which hearing treatment is best for you and your needs. Schedule an appointment with an audiologist.

09/18/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, our team of physicians and audiologists is dedicated to your hearing and balance health. We are committed to providing you with a comprehensive approach to the treatment of all otologic and neurotologic problems.

09/16/2025

Otosclerosis is an inherited condition that causes abnormal bone growth around the stapes the tiny stirrup-shaped bone in your middle ear responsible for transmitting sound. Over time, this bone can become fixed, limiting its movement and leading to conductive hearing loss.

This condition often develops in the late teens or early twenties and can progress slowly over time. In some cases, otosclerosis can also affect the inner ear, leading to nerve-related hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears).

If you’ve noticed gradual hearing loss or persistent ringing, our team at Dallas Ear Institute can help with diagnosis and treatment options tailored to you.

📞 Call 469-803-5552 to schedule a consultation.

The providers at Dallas Ear provide surgical and nonsurgical treatment for otosclerosis at our office in Frisco and Fort Worth. Call today!

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today, we pause to honor and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is a reminder of the resilience and unity that define our nation.

At Dallas Ear Institute, we extend our deepest gratitude to the first responders, service members, and citizens who displayed courage and compassion on that day and in the years since.

09/10/2025

For patients with severe, unmanageable balance disorders caused by inner ear dysfunction, a labyrinthectomy can be a life-changing procedure. This surgery removes the malfunctioning balance canals of the inner ear, eliminating the abnormal signals that cause dizziness and imbalance.

At Dallas Ear Institute, serving Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco, TX, our board-certified specialists use advanced techniques to safely perform this specialized procedure, helping patients regain stability and improve quality of life.

📞 Learn more about your treatment options.

The mastoid cavity is an air-containing cavity that is connected to the middle ear. The cavity has been opened with a high speed drill to visualize the important structures.

09/08/2025

Hearing aids aren’t like ordering clothes or groceries online they’re intricate medical devices that require careful evaluation and customization.

Before buying online, it’s important to get a diagnostic hearing test from a licensed audiologist and receive personalized guidance on the best device for your hearing needs. Online tests and one-size-fits-all devices can’t provide the same level of care.

Read our article to learn what you should know before making your purchase:

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09/05/2025

At Dallas Ear Institute, our team of physicians and audiologists is dedicated to your hearing and balance health. We are committed to providing you with a comprehensive approach to the treatment of all otologic and neurotologic problems.
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09/03/2025

No two ears are the same—and neither are their treatment needs. Our board-certified specialists offer middle ear reconstruction procedures tailored to each patient.

Whether it’s:
🔹 PORP – Partial ossicular replacement when some hearing bones remain intact
🔹 TORP – Total replacement when all ossicles are damaged
🔹 Eardrum repair alongside ossicle reconstruction —we design a surgical plan to optimize results and provide predictable hearing improvement.

Minimally invasive and outpatient, this surgery has patients back to normal activities in just a few days.

Explore advanced middle ear reconstruction in Dallas, Frisco, and Fort Worth, TX, for improved hearing and ear health. Call today to schedule your consultation.

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Dallas Ear Institute! 🌟

Since our beginnins in 1974, our team has been dedicated to excellence in patient care, innovation in ear and hearing treatment, and service to our community. This Labor Day, we honor not only the pioneers who built this practice Dr. Trevor Mabry, Dr. Dan Dansby, and all who followed but also the hardworking staff, audiologists, and physicians who continue to make a difference every day.

Here’s to the power of dedication, compassion, and teamwork. Your hearing, our mission.