ENT or Otolaryngology stands for ear, nose and throat, which are the primary concerns of an ENT specialist, known as an otolaryngologist. The otolaryngologist has an expertise in treating diseases related to head and neck, including the ears, nose throat, sinuses, voice box (larynx) and other related structures. 

The Disorder of the throat is characterised by eating, and communicating problems which caused by diseases of the upper aerodigestive tract and larynx (voice box). An Adenoidectomy and Tonsillectomy (removal of tonsils) refers to a surgical procedure conducted by an expert ENT surgeon. Modern advanced endoscopic surgery for nasal disorders and sinuses performed by an ear, nose and throat doctor nowadays.

Typically, ear surgery is conducted to correct or improve impairment of hearing or significant hearing loss. Ear Surgical procedures such as Tympanoplasty (correction of ear drum), Stapedectomy (elimination of bones in the middle ear) and Cochlear implants are some major Ear surgical procedures.

Otolaryngology subspecialties include:

• Allergy
• Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Head and Neck Surgery
• Laryngology
• Otology/Audiology
• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Rhinology
• Neurotology
• Sleep Medicine

What's the best place for the treatment of ENT?

India is one of the best locations in the world when it comes to ENT treatment. In India, an ear, nose and throat doctor treats infectious diseases in the head and neck areas very carefully and performs cosmetic surgery along with taking care of reconstructive surgery. With the availability of best hospitals and experienced ENT doctors, India is indeed a must visit for any ENT treatment.
The cost of ENT surgeries varies from hospital to hospital, depending upon factors like services and facilities offered by the hospitals, location of hospital and years of experience of the ENT specialist. However, it is two times much inexpensive in India as compared to other parts of the world. There are hundreds of ENT clinics and hospitals in India, giving you abundant choice to make a decision.