Tear Duct Surgery in Morristown, NJ
A blocked tear duct leaves the eye watery, irritated, and prone to recurrent infection. Tears are meant to drain through a small channel into the nose; when that channel narrows or closes, tears well up and spill over. Tear duct surgery, most often dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), creates a new drainage route so the eye stays comfortable and dry.
Who it helps
- Constant tearing or watery eyes that do not improve with drops
- Recurrent infections or discharge near the inner corner of the eye
- Tearing after facial trauma, prior nasal surgery, or sinus disease
- Adults with age-related narrowing of the tear drainage system
- Patients told they may need a DCR who want a specialist's opinion
What to expect
- A focused exam of the eyelids and tear drainage system, often including a gentle irrigation test to confirm where the blockage sits
- Outpatient surgery, usually under sedation, that creates a new passage for tears to drain into the nose
- A small stent placed temporarily in some cases to keep the new channel open while it heals
- Mild bruising or stuffiness for the first week or two, with tearing typically improving as healing completes
Results
Tear Duct Surgery before and after
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Considering tear duct surgery?
Dr. Sheikh is a call away. Reach the Morristown office at 973-453-4000 to talk through your options.
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