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Dry Eye Tool Box for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)

Dry Eye Tool Box for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)

Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) causes dry eye disease, specifically evaporative dry eye disease. It is caused when there is not enough oil in the tears. As a result, the tears dry up or evaporate at a quicker rate causing dryness.
July 07, 2021
What Causes Severe Dry Eye?

What Causes Severe Dry Eye?

In addition to the pain, dry eye disease can have a significant and even debilitating effect on your vision and quality of life.
July 07, 2021
Do Scleral Contact Lenses Work for Dry Eye?

Do Scleral Contact Lenses Work for Dry Eye?

There are many dry eye treatments, and several are designed for contact lens users. Some optometrists use scleral contact lenses for dry eye disease, but how effective are they for providing relief?
July 07, 2021
Dry Eye and Nerve Pain

Dry Eye and Nerve Pain

What is the cause of chronic eye pain and how can your dry eye doctor help you reduce the symptoms? Let’s go over the details to help you understand the condition
July 07, 2021
Evolve™ Preservative-free Eye Drops: Their Role in Reducing Dry Eye

Evolve™ Preservative-free Eye Drops: Their Role in Reducing Dry Eye

There are constant advances in the management of dry eyes so it’s important to keep up to date on the latest treatments. Recently launched in Canada, Evolve™ Daily Intensive and Evolve™ Intensive Gel is a promising new addition to your dry eye routine
July 07, 2021
Pandemic-Induced Dry Eye (PDE)

Pandemic-Induced Dry Eye (PDE)

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed our way of living and it’s been over a year since we’ve adjusted to working at home and wearing masks
March 14, 2021
Debunking Dry Eye Myths

Debunking Dry Eye Myths

In the dry eye world, there are several myths and claims floating around the internet. Today, we will debunk and demystify these common myths.
February 23, 2021
Why Do I Get Dry Eyes At Night?

Why Do I Get Dry Eyes At Night?

Dry eyes can be irritating at any time of day, but many people experience particularly annoying symptoms of this common condition at night.
January 28, 2021
Cosmetics and its Impact on Dry Eye

Cosmetics and its Impact on Dry Eye

For some people, wearing makeup is part of their daily routine, but did you know that it can be doing more harm than good? This is especially true if you have dry eyes.
January 26, 2021
Eyegiene the Natural Way with Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl)

Eyegiene the Natural Way with Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl)

Make room for a new promising addition to your dry eye care – hypochlorous acid (HOCl). 
January 26, 2021
How nutrition affects dry eye

How nutrition affects dry eye

We’re usually aware of how much a balanced and healthy diet affects our overall well being. But do we really understand the extent of its impact? Would you believe us if we told you that the right foods can truly help your dry eye disease?
Well, believe it or not, it really can...
December 22, 2020
Managing Dry Eye during the Winter

Managing Dry Eye during the Winter

Everything is drier during the winter time. If you generally don’t suffer from eye ailments but find that your eyes tend to be drier and more irritable in the winter, don’t fret, it’s normal. Proper treatment can help alleviate your eyes...
December 18, 2019