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A member asked:
How effective are punctal plugs for treating dry eyes after lasik? i am close to 1 year post op and artficial tears aren't helping.
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Helpful: Plugs close off the tear drainage canals (into the nose) and allow you to keep the tears you make or that you apply to the eyes. They are worth trying as a next step if artificial tears are not doing the job.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Punctal plugs: I agree with the other answer if other systemic or localized eye problems have been ruled out.
Answered 12/13/2012
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Punctal plugs: Punctal plugs are very effective at treating post-lasik dry eye. See your eye doctor.
Answered 1/6/2013
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