3 Major Benefits of LipiFlow® for Dry Eye Treatment

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Dry Eye, LipiFlow

Dry eye is a common condition affecting millions of Americans every year. Sometimes, it is triggered by certain environmental elements or specific seasons. The symptoms can become intense, especially if you have not received adequate treatment. While many of the solutions available provide some relief, they are not permanent or long-lasting. Dealing with the condition…

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What Does Intense Pulsed Light Therapy Treat?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Cosmetic

Intense pulsed light therapy, or IPL, is a cosmetic treatment for some skin conditions. It has been used for several things, like reducing the signs of aging or eliminating unwanted hair. It has also been known to be effective in lightening dark patches of skin, minimizing the appearance of scars, and improving the outlook of…

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LipiFlow®: A Dry Eye Treatment

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Dry Eye, LipiFlow

Dry eye is a common condition in the U.S. and worldwide which affects the ability of the eyes to keep moist and lubricated. It is most common in people older than 50, but anyone may experience symptoms. One of the most common causes of dry eye is unstable tears, typically due to meibomian gland dysfunction. …

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What Does LipiFlow® Do?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Dry Eye, LipiFlow

Dry eyes can be uncomfortable and destructive to your vision and eye health. Fortunately, improvement in technology has come up with a way to deal with the root cause of dry eye disease to give you long-lasting relief. LipiFlow® treatment has proven effective in dry eye treatment. What Is LipiFlow? LipiFlow is an FDA-approved groundbreaking…

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Why Is Myopia Control Important for Children?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Myopia

Imagine waking up in the morning, and the first thing you must do is wear your eyeglasses. When you develop myopia as a child, this is the most likely scenario when you grow into adulthood. That is the best-case scenario. Myopia in children can result in age-related eye diseases and vision loss earlier. To prevent…

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How Does a Doctor Treat Dry Eyes?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Dry Eye

Dry eyes are an uncomfortable condition. They occur when the eyes cannot produce enough or quality tears to lubricate the eye surface adequately. As a result, they can evaporate quickly, leading to inflammation around or in the eye. When the eye surface has inadequate moisture, you are likely to experience symptoms such as burning or…

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How Do Optometrists Treat Dry Eye?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Dry Eye

Dry eye is a chronic issue that affects millions of Americans each year. The condition results from inadequate tears to lubricate and nourish the eyes. Tears are necessary because they help maintain your eye health and provide clear vision. There are different ways you can restore tears and check your eye health. An optometrist can…

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How Long Can Scleral Lenses Be Worn?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Scleral Lenses

Scleral lenses are wide contact lenses made of a unique material that lets air through. These wide gas-permeable (GP) lenses rest on the white of the eye (sclera) and cover the entire surface of the cornea.  Unlike scleral lenses, regular GP lenses do not cover the whole surface of the cornea. That makes standard GP…

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How Old Do You Have to Be to Start Myopia Management?

Posted by: Dr. Ramsarat in Myopia

Myopia is a type of refractive error. It causes the eye to be longer than usual from the front to the back. It makes things far away seem blurry. Prescription lenses correct the error and help you see clearly. Having myopia increases your chances of getting cataracts, glaucoma, or retinal detachment. There is no way…

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