We’ve previously discussed the impact of dry eyes during the winter season and emphasized the importance of protecting your eyes.
However, despite there being additional stressors during those months, it’s still crucial to practice good eye hygiene year-round to maximize your resistance against dry eyes. Since it’s dry eye awareness month, let’s look again at how to keep your eyes seeing clearly and feeling fantastic.
Intense Pulse Light (IPL) therapy can help manage dry eye symptoms by targeting abnormal blood vessels and inflammation around the eyes. The light energy is absorbed by these vessels, leading to their closure and ultimately reducing inflammation. This in turn can improve tear film quality and reduce dryness.
Radiofrequency (RF) treatments for dry eye focus on stimulating the Meibomian glands. By applying controlled heat through RF, these glands can be encouraged to produce more and better-quality oils. These oils are essential for a healthy tear film. This can help alleviate symptoms of dry eye by improving tear stability and reducing evaporation.
We at Innovative Eye Care are thrilled to announce we will now be carrying the Luvo Darwin™ device for IPL and RF treatment. This groundbreaking device will allow us to target the root cause of your symptoms, providing direct and specific relief. We trust that this acquisition will help us to continue improving the livelihoods of our patients, and we are grateful for another opportunity to make great strides in this regard.
What’s more, beyond dry eye treatment, there are noticeable aesthetic benefits such as collagen stimulation and skin tightening.
Masks designed for relieving dry eyes will help to unclog oil glands and prevent irritation and puffy eyes. A warm compress can help in a pinch, but having a dedicated mask is very useful. Stop by our office to pick up your reusable dry eye mask today.
Omega-3 fatty acids contribute to the production of healthy tears. These supplements promote overall eye health while alleviating the symptoms of dry eyes. HydroEye™ is particularly beloved by optometrists for its proven results in dry eye relief and commitment to eye health.
Practicing good eyelid hygiene can prevent conditions that contribute to dry eyes. Use a mild cleanser or eyelid wipes to keep the eyelids clean, reducing the risk of inflammation and discomfort. It’s especially important to ensure all makeup is properly removed before going to bed, as sleeping with makeup can block essential oil glands and provoke inflammation.
At Innovative Eye Care, we also carry Zocular© products and perform Zest treatments in-office to treat eyelid inflammation and more. You can learn more by checking out one of our previous blogs!
Like any part of your body, your eyes need water. Make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day and drink as much water as necessary for your specific body type. Dryness symptoms are impacted by proper hydration.
Carrying artificial tears can help to relieve dry eye symptoms on a moment’s notice. If you frequently find yourself requiring these tears, you may have a Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Innovative Eye Care offers a revolutionary treatment known as TearCare® that can help promote your tear function and restore your natural ability to hydrate your eyes. Learn more about TearCare® and our dry eye clinic.
Remember, you are not alone in dry eye management. If you’d like to discuss your dry eyes this month, get any treatments, or have any other inquiries, stop in at Innovative Eye Care or schedule your appointment today!
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