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Efficacy of punctal plugs depends on timing

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Punctal plugs are criticized by some due to their possible connection to granulomas and dacryocystitis. For this ...
The American Journal of Managed Care

Punctal Plugs Effective, Safe in Treating Moderate, Severe Dry Eye Disease

Punctal plugs effectively improve symptoms of dry eye disease, enhancing tear breakup time, tear production, and Ocular Surface Disease Index. The review included 17 studies with a high retention rate ...
Healthline

Punctal Plugs for Dry Eyes: How Do They Work?

If you have dry eyes and your symptoms don’t improve with artificial tears, a doctor may recommend punctal plugs. They can help reduce excess tear loss from the ducts in your eyes. Share on Pinterest ...
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Monocanalicular stent used to dilate stenotic punctum

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . TAMPA, Fla. - The mini-Monoka (FCI Ophthalmics; Marshfield Hills, Mass.) is a silicone monocanalicular stent ...