nasolacrimaliset
Nasolacrimaliset is a term that refers to the system of structures within the face responsible for the production, distribution, and drainage of tears. This intricate network is crucial for maintaining ocular health and comfort. The process begins with the lacrimal glands, located above the outer corner of each eye. These glands produce the watery component of tears, which lubricates the surface of the eye and washes away debris.
Tears spread across the eye's surface with each blink, forming the tear film. This film consists of
Tear drainage occurs through small openings called puncta, located in the inner corners of the upper and