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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 Dry Eye Cause Blindness?

Dry Eye

Dry Eye Disease doesn’t cause blindness on its own, but untreated complications can sometimes lead to severe vision problems, including pain, blurred vision that is not correctable with glasses and/or contact lenses and decrease in quality of life. […]

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March 4, 2025
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR

Is Vision Therapy a Hoax or a Valid Treatment?

Vision Therapy

Optometric Vision Therapy is a valid, effective treatment for certain visual conditions. Like with any therapy, success depends on the specific condition, the patient’s commitment to “do the work” and overall cognitive and systemic health.
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February 26, 2025
Janet Monaco Wilson, OD, FOVDR

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
A person with dry eye removes their glasses and rubs their eye.

Dry Eye Disease doesn’t cause blindness on its own, but untreated complications can sometimes lead to severe vision problems, including pain, blurred vision that is not correctable with glasses and/or contact lenses and decrease in quality of life. […]

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A vision therapist guides a child through eye exercises using a focusing string.

Optometric Vision Therapy is a valid, effective treatment for certain visual conditions. Like with any therapy, success depends on the specific condition, the patient’s commitment to “do the work” and overall cognitive and systemic health.
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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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