Punctal plugs are tiny devices that a healthcare provider can insert into your puncta, the small openings that drain tear fluid from your eyes. These devices slow or stop tear fluid drainage, reducing or preventing dryness in your eyes.

2023年7月19日 · A punctal plug is a small device that blocks tear duct drainage. They may help to relieve the symptoms of chronic dry, itchy, or burning eyes.

2024年9月30日 · Punctal plugs are tiny devices that are placed in the eye’s tear ducts. This helps keep the eye’s surface moist and comfortable, relieving itchy, burning and red eyes.

2024年3月13日 · Punctal (silicone) plugs can be a long-term dry eye treatment. When your doctor inserts one into your duct, the tip will be barely visible on your eyelid.

2024年10月22日 · Punctal plugs are tiny plugs inserted into the tear ducts of the eyelid. They prevent tears from draining out of the eyes. This increases the natural tear film and lubricates the eye’s cornea.

2024年5月17日 · Punctal plugs are small devices inserted into the eyelids. As their name suggests, they can “plug” the puncta (tear ducts) in the eyes, which may help alleviate symptoms of dry eye. Usually,...

2025年3月6日 · Punctal plugs are devices used to treat dry eyes that are placed inside the tear ducts. They help keep eyes moist by preventing fluid, such as tears, from leaving the eyes. This can include both your natural tears and artificial tears.

2023年10月17日 · Punctal plugs are tiny devices designed to block the puncta, preventing tears from draining. Keeping tears in the eye may help relieve dry eye symptoms, such as irritation or burning. This may also prevent some dry eye complications, which can include corneal ulcers or …

2019年2月26日 · Punctal plugs are tiny, biocompatible devices that can be inserted into tear ducts to block drainage. This increases the eye's tear film and surface moisture to help relieve certain forms of dry eye .

Punctal plugs (tear duct plugs) are tiny medical devices used to treat chronic dry eyes. They work by restricting the tear duct (puncta) of the eye, which stops tears from draining from the eye. This raises the level of tears on the ocular surface and provides immediate long-term relief from dry eyes. There is less dependency on artificial ...