Watch the recording below as Dr. Foley discusses “everything” dry eye related! Dr. Foley explains new technologies and treatments for Ocular Surface Disease, and walks viewers through the BlephEx and Intense Pulse Light therapy procedures.
Dry Eye Syndrome (DES), also known as Ocular Surface Disease (OSD), is the most common eye disorder, affecting about 20% of the population. It is caused when one or all of the components of the tear film are not in balance. Clogged oil glands along both upper and lower lid margins contribute to 86% of ocular surface disease progression (OSD) and dry eye. Poor lacrimal gland function further reduces the production of our “emergency eye wash tears.” Damage to our goblet cells that reside in the tissue near our beautiful iris can reduce the output of our mucous tears which help to nourish and protect our precious sight. Understanding the complex makeup of our tears is important in devising a proper treatment approach to solving OSD.
What are the Symptoms?
The most common symptoms of Ocular Surface Disease include:
- Redness
- Irritation
- Scratchiness
- Burning
- Watery Eyes
Advance dry eyes may damage the front surface of the eye and impair your vision. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, we have effective treatment solutions for OSD.
What are the Risk Factors?
Dry eyes can develop for many reasons, including: age, gender, medications, medical conditions, environmental conditions, long-term use of contact lenses, refractive eye surgeries, and more!
How is Ocular Surface Disease Treated?
We start with a full eye examination and carefully examine the ocular surface with specific diagnostic equipment to determine which areas of the tear film are in distress. Our doctors will then formulate an initial treatment plan. Watch the webinar below to learn about the different treatments we offer for Ocular Surface Disease at Foley Vision Center!