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Functional Eyelid and Tear Duct Surgery

Restoring Protection and Comfort

The eyelids and tear ducts are essential for maintaining clear vision and protecting the eye's surface. When the eyelid position is incorrect—whether drooping too low (Ptosis) or turning abnormally inward (Entropion) or outward (Ectropion)—or when the tear duct is blocked, it can lead to chronic irritation, tearing, and severe damage to the cornea.
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Comprehensive Oculoplastic Solutions for Misalignment, Drooping, and Tearing
Surgical correction restores the proper position, tension, and function of the eyelid, eliminating these chronic problems. Your procedure will be performed by our oculoplastic specialist, expertly trained in the delicate reconstructive surgery required for the eyelid and tear system.
Why Choose Our Specialists?

Our focus is on precision, safety, and long-term clarity, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care for growths on the surface of your eye.

Eyelid Position and Drooping Correction

Misaligned or drooping eyelids cause vision obstruction and damage due to improper protection or contact with the eye.

Ptosis Correction (Eyelid Droop)
Surgery to adjust the levator muscle restores the upper eyelid to its correct height, eliminating visual obstruction and relieving strain.
Entropion Correction (Inward Turning)
This corrects the painful issue where the eyelid and lashes rub against the cornea. Surgery restores the correct outward-facing orientation (inversion correction), eliminating the risk of chronic corneal abrasion and infection.
Ectropion Correction (Outward Turning)
This corrects the issue where the eyelid droops away, causing chronic tearing and dryness. Surgery restores eyelid contact with the eyeball (eversion correction) and the tear duct opening, resolving chronic eye watering and protecting the eye from exposure.
Tear Duct Surgery (Solving Chronic Tearing)

Chronic watering of the eyes (epiphora) often stems from blockages in the tear drainage system. Our approach moves from the least to most invasive solution.

Minor Procedures
We begin with quick, in-clinic treatments like punctal dilation (widening the tiny entry points) or syringing and probing (clearing minor blockages) to restore the flow of tears.
DCR Surgery (Dacryocystorhinostomy)
For complete or persistent blockages, DCR is the gold standard. Our specialist creates a new drainage pathway between the tear sac and the nasal cavity, providing permanent relief from chronic tearing and preventing recurrent tear sac infections.
Specialist Expertise and Comfort

Oculoplastic Focus
Your surgery is performed by our specialist surgeon trained specifically in oculoplastic surgery, who combines precision with a deep focus on functional and cosmetic results.
Preventing Long-Term Damage
We focus on the functional outcome first, protecting the eye from severe corneal damage caused by misaligned or drooping lids.
Minimally Invasive
The procedures are often performed comfortably as an out-patient service under local anaesthetic.
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We deliver world-class expertise through efficient scheduling, ensuring you achieve clarity quickly and confidently.

Rapid Booking
Appointments for assessment and surgery are typically available within one to two weeks. Timely correction is crucial to prevent lasting damage.
Local Specialist Facilities
Receive your specialist surgery close to home at one of our cutting-edge surgical facilities in Hamilton, Cambridge, Pukekohe, and Whanganui.
Ready to Restore Comfort and Protect Your Sight?

Don't live with chronic irritation, eye watering, or restricted vision. Consult our oculoplastic specialist for effective, lasting correction.

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