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What Is OptiLight IPL and How Can It Help with Dry Eye?

A close-up of a woman with eyes caps during optilight treatment for dry eyes.

After practicing optometry for 15 years,  I never would have imagined that I would find myself  struggling with my own dry eye disease. After LASIK surgery in my 20’s, I had mild to moderate symptoms and occasional “flare ups” over the years. I followed my own recommendations and used preservative free artificial tears, made sure […]

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What Is the OptiLight by Lumenis & How Can It Manage Your Dry Eye?

Dry eye disease is a widespread and common issue for up to 49 million Americans. This chronic condition can have a significant impact on your quality of life, causing a foreign body sensation in your eyes, pain, blurry vision, and dry or watery eyes. Untreated, it can even lead to further eye health complications.  Despite […]

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Can You Use Contact Solution as Eye Drops?

Contact Lenses

Many people wonder if they can use contact solution as eye drops, especially in moments of discomfort or dryness. The short answer is: No, it’s not safe to use contact solution as eye drops.
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November 26, 2024
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR

What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?

Eye Diseases, Eye Health

Some conditions commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye include:
Dry eyes
Blepharitis
Ocular Rosacea
Styes / Hordeolum
Uveitis / Scleritis
Eye allergies
Corneal Ulcers – especially in contact lens wearers
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November 26, 2024
Dr. Janet Wilson

Best Vitamins for Dry Eyes

Dry Eye

Supplements and vitamins that are essential to your eye health include:
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
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October 21, 2024
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR
Close up of a man with dry eyes using eye drops.

Many people wonder if they can use contact solution as eye drops, especially in moments of discomfort or dryness. The short answer is: No, it’s not safe to use contact solution as eye drops.
[…]

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Close-up of a person's eyes with 1 eye inflamed from pink eye.

Some conditions commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye include:
Dry eyes
Blepharitis
Ocular Rosacea
Styes / Hordeolum
Uveitis / Scleritis
Eye allergies
Corneal Ulcers – especially in contact lens wearers
[…]

Read More…

A close view of a woman's eye showing redness from dry eyes.

Supplements and vitamins that are essential to your eye health include:
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
[…]

Read More…

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