“Is an oculoplastic consultation needed to fix my tear ducts?”

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Plastic Surgeon Questions Leaking tear ducts

“Is an oculoplastic consultation needed to fix my tear ducts?”

My tear ducts keep leaking and I just want them fixed. It's so irritating. Is an oculoplastic consultation what I need to fix my tear ducts?

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**Anup Patel** Plastic Surgeon Orlando, Florida · Accepted Answer

Anup Patel Plastic Surgeon Orlando, Florida

I would start with your Opthamologist and it is great if they also have fellowship training in occuloplastics for cosmetics.

**Dr. Patti Ann Flint** Plastic Surgeon Scottsdale, AZ · Accepted Answer

Dr. Patti Ann Flint Plastic Surgeon Scottsdale, AZ

I would see an ophthalmologist first to identify the actual issue and then you may need a referral to a specialist.

**Dr. Michael J. Bass** Plastic Surgeon Lexington, KY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael J. Bass Plastic Surgeon Lexington, KY

Yes