Watery Eye After Bell's Palsy?

Excessive tearing following Bells Palsy can occur because of multiple reasons: the lacrimal gland may be producing a higher volume of tears because of the prior nerve injury, the eyelids may have too much laxity because of the paralysis and allow the tears to pool in the eye, or the ducts may not rid the eye of the tears properly. Visiting an oculoplastic or Facial plastic surgeon may be helpful in identifying if the cause is the first or second issue. If the first, Botox may be administered to the gland. If the second, a surgical procedure performed in clinic may alleviate the pooping of tears.