DRY EYEINFORMATION

Dry Eye SupplementHydroEye is a patented nutritionalformulation that works from the inside outto provide continuous support for dryeyes. HydroEye delivers a proprietaryblend of omega fatty acids (GLA, EPA andDHA), antioxidants and other key nutrientsthat work together to support a healthytear film and soothe the ocular surface.

Moderate-Severe Dry Eye

• Punctal Plugs- small biocompatibledevices that can be inserted into tearducts to prevent drainage and preservethe eye’s tear film.

• Intense Pulsed Light- treatment for dryeyes that uses pulsed light to liquefyand release oils that clog theMeibomian glands in evaporative dryeye disease.

• Serum Tears- made out of serum fromyour own blood and contain healingproperties that can help and refresh thecornea

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ARTIFICIAL TEAR RECOMMENDATION

FOR AQUEOUS DEFICIENT DRY

EYES

BLINK – INSTILL 1 DROP INTO BOTH EYES 4 TIMES DAILY

FOR LIPID DEFICIENT DRY EYES

RETAINE or SYSTANE BALANCE- INSTILL 1 DROP INTO BOTH EYES 4 TIMES DAILY

FOR CONTACT LENS WEARERS

BLINK CONTACTS- INSTILL 1 DROP INTO BOTH EYES 4 TIMES DAILY

FOR MORE SEVERE DRY EYE

REFRESH PM OR LACRILUBE- Apply a thin strip of lubricant to the inside of the lower eyelid at bedtime

Eyelid Hygiene

Warm Compresses:• Soak a clean washcloth with

hot tap water. To avoid burningyour skin- DO NOT heat cloth orboil water in the microwave.Massage top and bottom lidsfor 2 minutes. Lay compressover closed eyes for 10 minutesmaking sure to keep thewashcloth hot (the washclothmay need to be re-soaked).

• OcuSci Dry Eye Compress

LID SCRUBS:• Gently scrub your upper and

lower lid margins by one of twooptions:• Washcloth or Q-tip with

NO MORE TEARS BabyShampoo

• Pre-moistened eyelid wipeor eyelid foam

Over-The-Counter Solutions

Many cases of Dry EyeDisease can be managedwith over the counterartificial tear solutions. Theartificial tears work as asupplement for naturaltear production.

Your doctor may alsorecommend warmcompresses and lidmassage as well as eyelidcleaners to help decreaseeye inflammation. Takingan omega-3 fatty acidsupplement may also helpyour dry eye.

What is Dry Eye?Dry Eye Syndrome is a disease thataffects millions across the UnitedStates. The symptoms of the diseasecan be debilitating with regard toocular comfort as well as visual clarity.There are various types of dry eyedisease. Therefore, the diagnosis of dryeye syndrome requires a careful work-up and customized therapeutictreatment plans.

What are the Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome?

There are a myriad of symptoms thatcan occur with Dry Eye Syndrome butsome of the most common symptomsinclude the following:• Scratching or foreign body sensation• Burning or stinging • Excessive tearing • Redness• Eye fatigue • Light sensitivity• Blurred vision

Eyelid Hygiene

Warm Compresses:• Soak a clean washcloth with

hot tap water. To avoid burningyour skin- DO NOT heat cloth orboil water in the microwave.Massage top and bottom lidsfor 2 minutes. Lay compressover closed eyes for 10 minutesmaking sure to keep thewashcloth hot (the washclothmay need to be re-soaked).

• OcuSci Dry Eye Compress

LID SCRUBS:• Gently scrub your upper and

lower lid margins by one of twooptions:• Washcloth or Q-tip with

NO MORE TEARS BabyShampoo

• Pre-moistened eyelid wipeor eyelid foam

Over-The-Counter Solutions

Many cases of Dry EyeDisease can be managedwith over the counterartificial tear solutions. Theartificial tears work as asupplement for naturaltear production.

Your doctor may alsorecommend warmcompresses and lidmassage as well as eyelidcleaners to help decreaseeye inflammation. Takingan omega-3 fatty acidsupplement may also helpyour dry eye.

What is Dry Eye?Dry Eye Syndrome is a disease thataffects millions across the UnitedStates. The symptoms of the diseasecan be debilitating with regard toocular comfort as well as visual clarity.There are various types of dry eyedisease. Therefore, the diagnosis of dryeye syndrome requires a careful work-up and customized therapeutictreatment plans.

What are the Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome?

There are a myriad of symptoms thatcan occur with Dry Eye Syndrome butsome of the most common symptomsinclude the following:• Scratching or foreign body sensation• Burning or stinging • Excessive tearing • Redness• Eye fatigue • Light sensitivity• Blurred vision