East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
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We are a neighborhood practice of spirited individuals driven to earn your lifelong trust by providing personalized eye care using the latest technology. East Main Vision Clinic exists to create experiences where service and fun come together. Read our dry eye specialty articles, published by East Main Vision Clinic. Learn more about our dry eye team and treatments!
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
7M ago
The advent of innovative technologies in the medical field has brought about revolutionary treatments for various conditions. One such groundbreaking treatment is the use of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for dry eyes ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
7M ago
Dry eyes, a condition characterized by a lack of sufficient lubrication in the eyes, is surprisingly common, especially among older adults. Symptoms include a stinging or burning sensation, sensitivity to light, redness, and a feeling of having something in your eyes. Many factors can contribute to this condition, including age, certain medications, and environmental conditions. One factor that many people may not consider is hormonal changes, especially those that occur during menopause ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
8M ago
Children and adults now use computers for many hours each day. The American Optometric Association states that at least five hours of screen time is enough to cause dry eye syndrome. Using mobile phones and gadgets has the same effect. Understanding how computer use affects dry eye can motivate you to regulate your computer use and seek treatment. Here are the details ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
10M ago
Dry eye can be due to several factors, including reduced tear production, rapid tear evaporation, and corneal exposure. Understanding the root cause is key to developing an effective treatment plan. Treatment options include artificial tears, prescription drops, and in-office procedures like IPL ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
10M ago
Dry eye can significantly impact the quality of your life due to the discomfort that it causes. It develops due to the inability of your tears to lubricate your ocular surface sufficiently. The condition usually occurs in two primary forms—evaporative dry eyes and insufficient tears ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
10M ago
Dry eye is a problem affecting people of all ages but is more common among seniors. It is especially prevalent among individuals who wear contact lenses ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
11M ago
One of the organs affected by aging is the eyes and the different structures around them. A common condition that impacts people when they reach 40 years and over is dry eye syndrome (DES). The ways dry eye syndrome affects 30% of people over 50 years old is unique to aging.  ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
1y ago
I get a lot of questions on eyelids and the skin around the eye. Why is it itchy? Why is it so dry and scaly? Why are they so puffy? This tiny little area of the body can be such a troublemaker sometimes ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
1y ago
Itchy eyes have been bothering you, so into the store aisle you walk…the options are endless! Boxes and boxes of over-the-counter drops line the shelves, and you don’t know what to choose ..read more
East Main Vision Clinic | Dry Eye Blog
1y ago
Dry eye disease is a prevalent condition that unfortunately affects many people worldwide. It is typically caused by several factors. They include aging, medications, and autoimmune disorders, to name a few. One of the main contributors to DED is a dysfunction in the meibomian glands. This gland produces the oily layer of the tear film that prevents evaporation and keeps the eyes moist ..read more