Cosmetic Surgery of the Eye and Eyelid
Geoffrey M. Kwitko, M.D.

Over 31 Years of Experience, Providing World-Class Cosmetic & Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery.


Call (813) 877-8665 today to schedule a confidential consultation.


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ST PETERSBURG EXCESSIVE TEARING TREATMENT

St Petersburg and Bay Area Dr. Kwitko Eye Surgeon proudly serves the Excessive Tearing Treatment needs of Residents in St. Petersburg, Largo, Pinellas County and throughout the Bay Area in West Central Florida.

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Call 813.877.8665 today to schedule a confidential consultation with Oculoplastic Surgeon, Dr. Geoffrey Kwitko about your Excessive Tearing Treatment needs and goals.

The tear duct is the passage through which the tears drain off the eye. When this duct becomes plugged, it can lead to:

What Causes a Blocked Tear Duct?

A blockage can result from:

Treatments for Excessive Tearing

When someone suffers from excessive tearing, the eye will be examined and the tear duct probed to determine if a blockage exists. Antibiotic drops may be prescribed to treat the infection, and corticosteroid drops to treat any swelling. The blockage can sometimes be worked loose by massaging the tear duct along the side of the eye and down the nose.

If the blockage continues to return over and over again, an eye surgeon may suggest surgery to implant an artificial tear duct called a Jones tube to permanently open the lacrimal duct.

Contact a St. Petersburg, Florida Eye Surgeon Today

Do you suffer from excessive tearing? The area’s most experienced eye surgeon, Dr. Geoffrey M. Kwitko, M.D. F.A.C.S., treats this condition, and performs many other orbital and neuro-ophthalmic surgeries. Dr. Kwitko has nearly thirty years of experience and will advise you as to the best course of action for your condition and symptoms.

Call 813.877.8665 today to schedule a confidential consultation with Oculoplastic Surgeon, Dr. Geoffrey Kwitko about your Excessive Tearing Treatment needs in St. Petersburg, Largo, Pinellas County and throughout the Bay Area in West Central Florida.

* Consultation Disclaimer: Cosmetic consults are $75 - non-refundable, but can be applied to surgical costs if booked within 6 weeks of consultation.


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Get Treated by the Best Trained and Most Experienced Eyelid Surgeon in Tampa


Always striving to stay on the forefront of the latest advances in eyelid surgery, Dr. Kwitko believes in continuing education, even after more than two decades of loyal service. He's a former Chief of Ophthalmology at St. Joseph's Hospital, a clinical assistant professor at the University of South Florida and a former Chief of Surgery at Memorial Hospital. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, International College of Surgeons, American Academy of Ophthalmology and the International Society of Orbital Disorders.

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