Surgery to correct tearing, also known as lacrimal surgery, is performed to address excessive tearing caused by blocked or narrowed tear ducts. This condition can result in constant tearing, eye irritation, or recurrent eye infections. The most common surgical approach, called dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), creates a new pathway for tears to drain properly into the nose, bypassing the blockage. Recovery is generally quick, and surgery can provide long-lasting relief from chronic tearing and improve overall eye comfort.