Voice specialist Jesper Balle
Jesper Balle is one of the leading voice specialists in the Nordic region.
He has extensive national and international collaboration and is chairman of the Danish Laryngological Society.
Charlottenlund Private Hospital offers examination, diagnostics, and treatment of vocal cord disorders, including various surgeries on the vocal cords.
All surgeries are performed by Jesper Balle, who has been working with and assisting professional voice users since 2006, including singers, actors, journalists, lawyers, meeting chairpersons, and others who rely on their voice as part of their profession. Jesper is recognized as one of the leading laryngologists and vocal cord surgeons in the Nordic region.
Jesper Balle collaborates with some of the world’s top vocal cord specialists in both Europe and the USA, as well as speech therapists.
Cysts and polyps on the vocal cords
Cysts on the vocal cords are fluid-filled blisters that form on the vocal cords. They can develop as a result of voice strain, infections, or sometimes for no apparent reason.
The symptoms typically include persistent hoarseness and, in some cases, vocal fatigue when speaking. The treatment is almost always surgical, followed by voice rehabilitation.
Vocal cord paralysis
Vocal cord paralysis can occur after an infection, as a complication from neck surgery, or as part of a cancer diagnosis.
The symptoms typically include shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, or occasionally choking.
Once the cause of the paralysis is identified, treatment can begin. The treatment may involve moving the vocal cords closer to the center of the neck to improve voice function.
The goal is to make the voice stronger and clearer, reduce shortness of breath, and minimize the tendency to choke.
Singer's knots
Singer's nodules, or vocal cord nodules, are localized thickening on the vocal cords caused by prolonged vocal strain.
The thickening occurs on the part of the vocal cords that vibrates the most when using the voice.
Symptoms of singer's nodules include hoarseness, a strained voice, vocal fatigue, and, in some cases, voice failure. It may also be difficult to sing high notes or maintain a stable voice during prolonged speech.
The treatment for singer's nodules involves changing improper vocal habits through voice therapy to correct the technique that caused the thickening.
In more severe cases, where conservative treatment is ineffective, surgery may be necessary to remove the thickening. It is important to seek professional guidance, as improper treatment can lead to long-term voice problems.
Collaboration with speech therapists
To ensure a quick rehabilitation of the voice and to prevent recurrence, it is important to ensure proper voice usage through intervention by a speech therapist/logoped.
Speech therapy can also help teach techniques for better voice use and voice protection, which is crucial for both professional speakers and those suffering from voice disorders.
We collaborate with speech therapists across the country through various public communication centers, where they are typically affiliated.
Professional voice users
Our clinic is dedicated to ensuring that your voice functions optimally, so you can perform at the highest level, no matter your stage.
We understand the unique demands placed on professional voice users, and our treatments are tailored to the individual voice and the specific challenges you face.
We offer diagnosis and treatment of voice problems,
Assessment and treatment of everything from strain injuries, hoarseness, and vocal fatigue to more complex vocal cord disorders,
Professional advice on how to best maintain and protect your voice to avoid future issues.
Your voice doctor, Jesper Balle, conducts examinations, treatments, and offers advice on your specific problem. Since 2006, Jesper has worked with and assisted professional voice users, including singers, actors, journalists, lawyers, meeting chairpersons, and other professionals who rely on their voice as part of their profession.
Our clinic provides a safe, exclusive, and professional setting where you can receive the care and attention you need. With our expertise, you'll gain the tools you need to handle the challenges you face as a professional voice user.
Contact us for a consultation without waiting time and get the help you need.
If you require a consultation outside of regular hours, we are happy to arrange this for you.
treatment of cysts and polyps
Cysts and other benign changes on the vocal cords cause hoarseness and can be treated with a minor surgery under full anesthesia. The procedure is performed through a small incision in the mouth, after which the voice often fully normalizes following a short recovery period.
treatment of paralyzed vocal cords
Medialization/enhancement of the vocal cords is a procedure that can be performed under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia, where a so-called "filler" is injected into the paralyzed vocal cord, bringing it into the natural position for sound production. The treatment is effective for up to 1.5 years.
Treatment of functional voice disorders
At Charlottenlund Private Hospital, specialist Jesper Balle collaborates with leading speech therapists in both the public and private sectors. Therefore, we can always refer you to the most appropriate place for further treatment in speech therapy after completing surgical and medical treatment.