# Capital ENT & Sinus Center

> Austin's top-rated ENT practice. Board-certified otolaryngologists specializing in ear, nose, throat, sinus, sleep apnea, allergy, and hearing care. Four locations across Central Texas: Austin, Lakeway, Marble Falls, and Dripping Springs.

## About

Capital ENT & Sinus Center (formerly Capital Otolaryngology) is a multi-provider otolaryngology practice founded by Dr. Zachary D. Wassmuth, MD, serving Central Texas since 1999. All four physicians are board-certified otolaryngologists who perform the full range of ENT care, from in-office procedures to advanced surgery such as Balloon Sinuplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, and Inspire therapy for sleep apnea.

- **Rating:** 4.8 stars (2,000+ Google reviews across the four office locations)
- **Phone (Austin):** 512-339-4040
- **Phone (Lakeway):** 512-682-4798
- **Text any location:** 830-283-6986
- **Website:** https://www.capitalent.com
- **Distinction:** First practice in Austin to offer Balloon Sinuplasty
- **Note:** In-person care only; Capital ENT does not offer telehealth/virtual visits.

## Providers

All four physicians are board-certified otolaryngologists and perform the full range of ENT procedures.

- **Zachary D. Wassmuth, MD** — Otolaryngologist and founder; also board-certified in sleep medicine; first in Austin to perform Balloon Sinuplasty; 10,000+ nasal and sinus surgeries performed. (Austin)
- **Latif M. Dharamsi, MD** — Otolaryngologist (Vanderbilt University); sinus, ear, and pediatric ENT care. (Austin, Lakeway)
- **Raymond J. Brown, MD** — Otolaryngologist; residency in Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery; sleep apnea, nasal and sinus surgery, general ENT. (Austin, Lakeway)
- **Jeffrey Allen Myhill, MD, FACS, FARS** — Otolaryngologist and fellowship-trained rhinologist (rhinology fellowship, Rush University; UT Medical School at Houston); sinus surgery, sleep surgery, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. (Austin, Marble Falls, Dripping Springs)
- **Andrew Clark, PA-C** — Physician Assistant (Austin, Lakeway)
- **Cassie R. Dean, PA-C** — Physician Assistant (Austin, Lakeway)
- **Margaux Colburn, AuD** — Doctor of Audiology (Austin)
- **Jill Rodriguez, AuD, CCC-A** — Doctor of Audiology (Lakeway)

## Procedures at a glance

Plain-English summaries patients commonly ask about:

- **Balloon Sinuplasty** — Minimally invasive, often in-office procedure that uses a small balloon catheter to open blocked sinus passages. No nasal packing; most patients recover within 24–48 hours. Capital ENT was first in Austin to offer it. Covered by most insurance.
- **Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)** — Outpatient surgery to remove blockages and treat chronic sinusitis or nasal polyps when medication isn't enough.
- **Septoplasty** — Corrects a deviated septum to improve breathing, using a packing-free technique for faster, more comfortable recovery.
- **Turbinate Reduction** — Minimally invasive reduction of enlarged turbinates to relieve chronic congestion and sinus pressure; often combined with other procedures.
- **Nasal Valve Repair (VivAer, LATERA)** — Treats nasal valve collapse, a common cause of obstruction that doesn't respond to medication.
- **ClariFix Cryotherapy & RhinAer** — In-office nerve treatments for chronic runny nose and congestion (chronic rhinitis).
- **Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation** — Balloon dilation for eustachian tube dysfunction (ear pressure/fullness).
- **Ear Tubes (Tympanostomy)** — For recurrent ear infections or fluid; common in children.
- **Inspire Therapy** — Implanted device for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in patients who can't tolerate CPAP. Covered by most insurance for qualifying patients.
- **Snoring Treatment** — In-office options including injection snoreplasty and uvulectomy.
- **Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy** — Modern outpatient techniques for recurrent tonsillitis or obstruction, in children and adults.
- **Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy** — In-house testing plus allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy) and FDA-approved sublingual immunotherapy tablets.
- **Hearing Aids & Audiology** — Hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, tinnitus and balance care, and guidance on OTC vs. prescription hearing aids.

## Costs & Insurance

Most ENT procedures at Capital ENT are covered by insurance. Out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan, deductible, and copay rather than a fixed price. The team verifies your benefits before your visit. Accepted plans include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, and UnitedHealthcare, among others. See https://www.capitalent.com/insurance.html.

## Common questions

- **What is an otolaryngologist?** An otolaryngologist (ENT) is a physician and surgeon who diagnoses and treats conditions of the ears, nose, throat, sinuses, and related head and neck structures. All four Capital ENT physicians are board-certified otolaryngologists.
- **What's the difference between a sinus infection and chronic sinusitis?** A sinus infection (acute sinusitis) usually lasts under 4 weeks and is most often viral. Chronic sinusitis is diagnosed when symptoms persist 12 weeks or longer, or recur frequently — a lasting inflammation rather than a single passing infection.
- **When should I see an ENT?** Consider an ENT for nasal congestion or facial pressure that doesn't improve with medication, sinus infections lasting beyond ~10 days or recurring 4+ times a year, hearing loss, chronic sore throat or hoarseness, snoring or suspected sleep apnea, or ongoing dizziness.
- **Do I need a referral?** Most PPO plans allow self-referral to a specialist; some HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor.

## Locations

- **Austin:** 12309 N Mopac Expy STE 100, Austin, TX 78758 — 512-339-4040
- **Lakeway:** 4 Lakeway Centre Ct Unit B, Lakeway, TX 78734 — 512-682-4798
- **Marble Falls:** 801 Steve Hawkins Pkwy, Marble Falls, TX 78654 — 830-992-2830
- **Dripping Springs:** 800 US-290 Bldg. A, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 — 512-339-4040

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.capitalent.com/)
- [About](https://www.capitalent.com/about.html)
- [Our Providers](https://www.capitalent.com/our-providers.html)
- [Balloon Sinuplasty](https://www.capitalent.com/balloon-sinuplasty.html)
- [Nose & Sinus Care](https://www.capitalent.com/nose-sinus.html)
- [Sleep Apnea & Inspire](https://www.capitalent.com/sleep.html)
- [Hearing Aids & Audiology](https://www.capitalent.com/hearing-aids.html)
- [Allergy Treatment](https://www.capitalent.com/allergy.html)
- [Pediatric ENT](https://www.capitalent.com/pediatric-ent.html)
- [Patient Reviews](https://www.capitalent.com/reviews.html)
- [Locations](https://www.capitalent.com/locations.html)
- [Insurance](https://www.capitalent.com/insurance.html)
- [Post-Op Care Instructions](https://www.capitalent.com/post-op-care.html)
- [Ask the ENT (AI Q&A)](https://www.capitalent.com/ask-the-ent.html)
- [Full content for LLMs](https://www.capitalent.com/llms-full.txt)