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Author: Dr. Carolyn J. Agresti, MD - Otolaryngologist (ENT)

Dr. Carolyn J. Agresti, MD is a highly experienced American otolaryngologist (ENT specialist) practicing in West Palm Beach, Florida. With over 35 years in the field, she specializes in the full spectrum of ear, nose, and throat disorders—including hearing and balance conditions—and is known for combining surgical expertise with personalized, compassionate care'

Undergraduate: Bachelor of Arts, Newcomb College, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, 1983 

Medical Degree: MD, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, 1987 

Internship: Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, NY, 1989 

Residency: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, NY, 1992

Fellowship: Advanced Head and Neck Surgery, Cornell/New York Hospital, NY, 1996 

Career and Leadership

Chief of ENT Department, Good Samaritan Medical Center, West Palm Beach, FL (2000 – 2014)

President, Palm Beach ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat, Inc.), West Palm Beach, FL (2004 – present) LinkedIn
Over her career, Dr. Agresti has held key leadership roles that shaped clinical practice standards and improved patient access to specialized ENT services.

Dr. Agresti is the founder and lead physician of Carolyn J. Agresti, MD Hearing and Balance LLC, located at 1411 N. Flagler Drive, Suite 9700, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Her practice offers in-office and telehealth consultations, serving patients across the Palm Beach region. She maintains hospital privileges at both Wellington Regional Medical Center and Good Samaritan Medical Center to ensure seamless inpatient and surgical care 

Areas of Expertise

Upper Respiratory Conditions: sinusitis, nasal polyps, allergy management

Hearing Rehabilitation: comprehensive evaluations, hearing aid fitting and maintenance

Balance and Vestibular Disorders: dizziness, vertigo, inner ear pathology

Tinnitus Management

Head and Neck Surgery: thyroid and parathyroid surgery, tumor removal, reconstructive procedures

Awards and Recognition

Digital Health Awards: Practice recognized as a winner in Fall 2021, Fall 2022, and 2023 for excellence in patient-focused digital health services .

Healthgrades Choice Provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat—reflecting above-average experience, strong patient ratings, and high hospital quality.

Dr. Agresti believes in tailoring care to each patient’s unique needs, blending advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques with clear communication and empathy. Her team emphasizes thorough education, follow-up, and use of the latest treatment modalities to achieve optimal outcomes.

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Masseter Muscle Contracture

April 26, 2025 10 min read
Masseter muscle contracture is a chronic condition characterized by the pathological shortening and fibrosis of the masseter muscle fibers, leading to a persistent inability...
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Masseter Muscle Dystrophy

April 26, 2025 10 min read
Masseter muscle dystrophy is a condition in which the masseter—the powerful chewing muscle at the angle of your jaw—undergoes progressive degeneration. Over time, affected...
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Masseter Muscle Dystonia

April 26, 2025 9 min read
Masseter muscle dystonia is a focal form of oromandibular dystonia in which the powerful jaw‐closing masseter muscle undergoes involuntary, sustained contractions. This leads to...
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Masseter Muscle Tears

April 26, 2025 12 min read
A masseter muscle tear is an injury in which the fibers of the masseter—the thick, chewing muscle along the side of your jaw—are overstretched...
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Masseter Muscle Injury

April 26, 2025 10 min read
Masseter muscle injury refers to any damage or pathological change affecting the masseter muscle—one of the primary muscles of mastication responsible for chewing. Such...
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Masseter Muscle Atrophy

April 26, 2025 11 min read
Masseter muscle atrophy is the gradual wasting or thinning of the masseter—the powerful jaw-closing muscle—resulting in reduced muscle bulk, strength, and function. It occurs...
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Masseter Muscle Cancer

April 26, 2025 9 min read
Cancer of the masseter muscle—a rare malignancy of the chewing muscles—can arise either as a primary soft tissue sarcoma (such as rhabdomyosarcoma) or by...
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Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy

April 26, 2025 10 min read
Masseter muscle hypertrophy is a condition where the masseter—the powerful chewing muscle on the side of the jaw—becomes enlarged. This enlargement can be unilateral...
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Masseter Muscle Infections

April 26, 2025 9 min read
A masseter muscle infection occurs when bacteria, viruses, or fungi invade the masseter—a powerful chewing muscle on the side of the face—causing pain, swelling,...
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Masseter Muscle Cysts

April 26, 2025 8 min read
Masseter muscle cysts are sac-like lesions filled with fluid or semi-solid material that develop within the masseter muscle, one of the main muscles responsible...
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Masseter Muscle Tumors

April 26, 2025 12 min read
Masseter muscle tumors are abnormal growths—benign or malignant—that originate in the masseter, the main chewing muscle at the side of the jaw. Although rare,...
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Masseter Muscle Pain

April 26, 2025 13 min read
Masseter muscle pain refers to discomfort or soreness in the large chewing muscle at the side of your jaw. This guide explains the anatomy,...
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Masseter Muscle Spasms

April 26, 2025 11 min read
Masseter muscle spasms are sudden, involuntary contractions or tightening of the masseter muscles—the primary chewing muscles located on each side of your jaw. These...
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