A punctum plug, or punctal plug, is an implant that is inserted in the tear duct, or puncta, of the eye. It is intended to block the tear duct and is a treatment for dry eye. There are different forms of punctal plugs; some are temporary while others are more permanent. Often a temporary form of plug like collagen is inserted into the duct at first to see how the patient’s eyes respond before a more permanent solution is performed.
More permanent punctum plugs made from silicone and thermally reactive material. Some of these are inserted into the puncta as a liquid, while others start off as rigid and solid and become soft and pliable once implanted. This procedure has a very small risk to the patient and is not permanent. Most plugs last about 6 months before they are extruded from the eye.
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- For Punctal Occlusion
- Medical Grade Silicone
- One size fits all
- Individually sterile-packed, 2 preloaded plugs per box
- Pack: 2 preloaded plugs per box
- Size (mm): One size fits all
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- Description: Ultra-thin collarette conforms to natural anatomy of the eyelid for maximum patient comfort. Pre-loaded on disposable inserter/dilator instrument for ease of insertion. Easily removal with forceps. The Micro-Large plugs feature the unique slanted collarette that hugs the natural shape of the eyelid. The slightly larger bulb resists migration and is designed to prevent rubout.
- Pack: 2 sets per box
- Size (mm): Micro - Large
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- Description: Ultra-thin collarette conforms to natural anatomy of the eyelid for maximum patient comfort. Pre-loaded on disposable inserter/dilator instrument for ease of insertion. Easily removal with forceps. The Slim Mini and Slim Petite plugs offer a slightly smaller bulb for easier insertion. The Slim plugs are made of the same clear and polished silicone as the plugs with slanted collarettes. The low profile collarette lies flat on the eyelid.
- Pack: 2 sets per box
- Size (mm): Mini and Petite
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- Lasts up to 3 months
- Absorbable copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate
- Designed to provide relief from short term dry eye conditions.
- Appropriate for surgery-related dry eye symptoms
- Pack: 2 plugs per pouch/10 pouches per box
Variety Pack (0.3mm/3 pouches, 0.4mm/5 pouches, 0.5mm/2 pouches) - Size (mm): 0.3mm
0.4mm
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- Description: These plugs are coated with a thin layer of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) that makes the surface slick as glass to enhance drainage and to prevent debris from collecting on its surface. For partial occlusion. For partial stenosis. Silicone with PVP coating. Individually sterile-packed.
- Pack: 2 preloaded plugs per box
- Size (mm): 0.9 mm (OD)
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- Description: These plugs are coated with a thin layer of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) that makes the surface slick as glass to enhance drainage and to prevent debris from collecting on its surface. For partial occlusion. For partial stenosis. Silicone with PVP coating. Individually sterile-packed.
- Pack: 2 preloaded plugs per box
- Size (mm): 0.7 mm (OD)
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- Description: Diagnose dry eye, assess the effectiveness of permanent punctal occlusion, collagen - dissolvable in 3-5 days, all are 2 mm long. Sterile
- Pack: 6 plugs per packet/1 packet of each size per box
- Size (mm): Inquire
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- Description: Diagnose dry eye, assess the effectiveness of permanent punctal occlusion, collagen - dissolvable in 3-5 days, all are 2 mm long. Sterile
- Pack: 6 plugs per packet/12 packets per box
- Size (mm): 0.4 mm
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- Description: Diagnose dry eye, assess the effectiveness of permanent punctal occlusion, collagen - dissolvable in 3-5 days, all are 2 mm long. Sterile
- Pack: 6 plugs per packet/12 packets per box
- Size (mm): 0.3 mm
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- Description: Diagnose dry eye, assess the effectiveness of permanent punctal occlusion, collagen - dissolvable in 3-5 days, all are 2 mm long. Sterile
- Pack: 6 plugs per packet/12 packets per box
- Size (mm): 0.2 mm
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- Description: Diagnose dry eye, assess the effectiveness of permanent punctal occlusion, collagen - dissolvable in 3-5 days, all are 2 mm long. Sterile
- Pack: 6 plugs per packet/4 packets of each size per box
- Size (mm): Inquire
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- Description: 4 cards each of 3 different sizes - 0.2, 0.3, 0.4mm diameter / 2.0mm length / 12 cards per box
- Pack: 12 cards per box
- Size (mm): 0.2, 0.3, 0.4mm diameter / 2.0mm length
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- Description: Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, collagen plugs provide temporary relief of dry eye symptoms:
- Manufactured from precisely measured premium collagen
- Used as a diagnostic assessment for permanent punctal occlusion
- Pack: 6 plugs per card / 10 cards per box
- Size (mm): 0.2, 0.3, and 0.4 mm, in 2.0mm lengths
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- Description: Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, synthetic absorbable plugs provide extended temporary relief of dry eye symptoms:
- Indicated for use in the treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome and the dry eye components of various ocular surface diseases
- May be used after ocular surgery to prevent dry eye related complications and to enhance the retention of ocular medications
- Ideal for post-op dry eye management of LASIK patients
- Treatment option for seasonal allergy patients experiencing dry eye symptoms
- May be beneficial for contact lens patients experiencing dry eye related symptoms
- Manufactured from E-Caprolactone-L-Lactide copolymer (PCL)
- Essentially absorbed within 2-6 months
- Pack: 20/box
- Size (mm): 0.2, 0.3, and 0.4 mm, in Standard Length (2.0mm)
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- Description: Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, silicone plugs provide long-term relief of dry eye symptoms, and enable the eye to retain more of its own natural tears:
- Low-profile cap design virtually eliminates foreign body sensation
- Flexibility of cap design facilitates easy removal with jeweler’s forceps, if necessary
- Individually packaged and preloaded on a sterile, disposable inserter / dilator
- Manufactured from soft silicone utilizing a single piece mold design for greater patient comfort
- Pack: 2/box
- Size (mm): 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 mm
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