International Surgical Vision Expert; Dr. Sunalp is a medical graduate of Oxford University, Oxford England and is board certified in ophthalmology and refractive surgery from the University of Southern California, USA. Dr Sunalp and the expert staff of Sunalp LaserVision have the experience and full service range of treatments including state of the art VISX CustomVue individualized laser vision correction.
Eye Surgery
in Visalia, Fresno and Tulare, California
Punctum Plugs
What Are Punctum Plugs?
CIBA Vision Punctal Plug applicator
Punctum plugs are tiny implants, made of either collagen or silicone, that are inserted into the punctum to treat dry eye symptoms. The collagen implants are temporary, dissolving naturally over a length of time. The silicon plugs are intended to be permanent, but can be removed by the doctor at any time.
What do Punctum Plugs do?
Under normal conditions, the punctal glands will produce tears that create a film across the front of the eye, keeping the eye moist and free from debris. The tears then drain into the sinus cavities through the punctum, a tiny hole in the eyelid. However, on some occasions (usually after eye surgery), tear production goes down, and the eye is left with less protection. This can cause a dry, gritty feeling in the eye. A punctum plug, once installed in the lid, slows tear drainage, which helps the eye get the moisture it needs.
The Procedure
Punctum plug installation is an outpatient procedure, done in the office during the course of a checkup. The eye is numbed with a local anesthetic, and the plug is installed in the punctum with a tiny applicator. The plug can be removed at any time.
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