Dry Eye

Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, provides an overview on dry eye flares, including causes, symptoms, and her experience with dry eye flare patients.

Wearing masks is essential to helping reduce the spread of COVID-19, but may lead to symptoms of dry eye. Why does this occur and what can you do?

Face coverings are causing individuals to experience ocular irritation and dryness

A panel of ophthalmologists and optometrists conclude a discussion about dry eye disease by commenting on advances occurring in the field and future expectations for managing patients.

Unique clinical trials and novel products of interest currently under investigation for the treatment of dry eye disease.

Strategies that can help eye care specialists work with patients to establish and stick to treatment plans for dry eye disease.

Types of in-office procedures currently being used by ophthalmologists and optometrists to aid in the treatment of dry eye disease.

Eye care specialists describe when corticosteroid therapy should be considered to treat dry eye disease and describe best practices when treating pre-surgical patients.

Many systemic conditions have higher incidence with depression, anxiety

The most common types of artificial tears recommended to help manage dry eye disease and the importance of proper use for full benefit.

Eye care professionals discuss their comfort in recommending oral omega-3 fatty acids to help treat dry eye disease.

Both co-primary end points were achieved

How to select and discuss sequential therapy with patients who have dry eye disease and set expectations for treatment.

Resources and strategies that can be used to help educate patients about dry eye disease and optimize adherence to therapy.

Alcon recently launched a multi-dose version of preservative-free lubrication drop called Systane Hydration Multi-Dose Preservative-Free

Alcon recently launched a multi-dose version of preservative-free lubrication drop called Systane Hydration Multi-Dose Preservative-Free

Patient questionnaires differ in length, focus, and validity

Criteria that would prompt further evaluation for dry eye disease and the types of tests used to work-up and accurately diagnose the condition.

Eye care professionals explain the impact of unstable tear film and untreated dry eye disease on patient quality of life.

Mask wear affects the ocular surface, periorbital region, and patient-physician relationship

The impact of autoimmune and systemic diseases as well as environmental triggers on the development of dry eye disease.

An FDA-approved drop would be a game changer in the treatment of Demodex blepharitis

Look for the condition and manage it prior to recommending patients proceed with a procedure

Understand dry eye’s various factors and causes to get ahead of the treatment curve