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Punctal Plugs

Painless - Non-Invasive - No Medication
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What are Punctal plugs?
Are you tired of constantly dealing with dry, itchy, and irritated eyes? Discover the game-changer in dry eye treatment – Punctal Plugs! These small, comfortable devices can revolutionize your eye comfort and restore the moisture balance your eyes need.

How Does it Work
A small self dissolving plug (usually 6 months) is placed in the puncta, the small drain located in the upper and lower eye lid corners.
This procedure presents minimal risk and generally zero discomfort. They plugs are placed in the office under mild anesthetic and take about 5 min to do. The best way we describe this procedure is putting a "plug in the sink." While the water continues to flow out of the faucet the sink drains much slower giving your eye time to absorb your natural tears. 

Fast Relief:
Punctal plugs offer rapid relief from the discomfort of dry eyes. By blocking the tear ducts' drainage, these tiny plugs help retain natural tears on the surface of your eyes, providing continuous lubrication throughout the day.

Non-Invasive: Say goodbye to complex procedures or invasive surgeries! Punctal plug insertion is a quick and painless process that can be performed in the comfort of our office. You'll experience minimal downtime and immediate relief, allowing you to resume your daily activities without disruption.

Cost-Effective:
Punctal plugs offer a cost-effective solution to managing dry eye symptoms. With their durability, you can enjoy the benefits of improved tear retention for an extended period, minimizing the need for constant eye drops or other temporary remedies.

Dr. Tahir has been inserting and using puctal plugs for over 21 years. He feels they are a great alternative to other dry eye treatments as they office a natural remedy and low maintenance.

Insurance 
Punctal plugs are able to be sent to major medical insurances.

Questions?
Just give us a call or text! 

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  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • Office Info
    • Meet Dr. Tahir
    • Why Choose Us
  • SERVICES
    • Emergency Care
    • Dry Eye Center
    • LASIK - Laser Surgery
    • Keratoconus
    • Ortho-K - CRT
    • Specialty Contact Lens
    • BlephEx - Lid Treatment
    • Corneal Wound Healing
    • Punctal Plugs
    • Color Deficiency Lens
    • Kids Corner
    • Floaters
    • Vitamin Therapy
    • Products & Treatments
    • Long Thick Lashes
  • REVIEWS
  • SCHEDULE ONLINE
  • PAY - ORDER ONLINE