Tear Duct Surgery in Philadelphia
Serving Philadelphia, Wayne, Lancaster, the Main Line, King of Prussia, PA, New Jersey and the neighboring tri state areas
Serving Philadelphia, Wayne, Lancaster, the Main Line, King of Prussia, PA, New Jersey and the neighboring tri state areas
At the Morgenstern Center, our oculo-facial surgeons are experts on facial reconstructive surgery, and have performed tear duct surgery plenty of times before. They are more than willing to discuss every aspect of the surgery to you, and our professional staff will do everything it can to put you at ease.
The swelling and pain that accompanies a blocked tear duct surgery comes from fluid in your nasal passages, unable to drain through the tear ducts like they normally can. Tear duct surgery, also called dacryocystorhinostomy, reconstructs a passage from the nasolacrimal duct to the corner of your eyes, allowing the tears to drain freely again.
To do this, the surgeon bypasses the blockage with a new connection, often placing a stent into the new connection to make sure it heals properly. This will be removed in a separate procedure several months after the surgery. After the surgery, you'll be given a nasal decongestant spray and antibiotic eyedrops to prevent infection and reduce inflammation.
Diagnosing a tear duct blockage can be tricky, because they can occur at almost any time. But there are a few telltale symptoms, chief among them being irritation and a painful swelling on the inside corner of your eyelid.
Often the blockage occurs due to an infection, and if left untreated, the infection can spread, so you'll want to get your tear duct treated as soon as possible.
If the tear duct does not respond to these treatment methods, or if it is big enough that they are unlikely to work, you will want to have surgery done by an expert. Contact the Morgenstern Center today for one of the top tear duct surgery Philadelphia has to offer.
At The Morgenstern Center for Orbital and Facial Plastic Surgery, you will find innovative treatment options and a commitment to excellence. Let Dr. Kenneth Morgenstern guide you on your path to wellness by creating a personalized treatment plan to optimize your results.
Wayne, PA Office:
123 Bloomingdale Ave Suite 102
Wayne, PA 19087
Lancaster, PA Office:
606 Community Way
Lancaster, PA 17603
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