The Rochester Eye & Laser Team
DryEye Rescue - Don't let Dry Eye Hold You Back!
The Rochester Eye & Laser Team : Aug 18, 2022, 3:53:58 PM
What can be done to reduce the risk of developing eye disease? Here are 10 things you can start today for clearly better vision.
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September 28 & October 12
Special Halloween Event October 27
8:00am - 12:00pm
Receive a free Dry Eye test and savings!
Did you know there are nearly 30 million people in the United States and over 300 million worldwide who have been diagnosed with dry eye? Most of us have learned to live with eye discomfort and have become dependent on drops or other treatment methods that only offer temporary relief. This has been due to a lack of understanding that the root cause of most dry eye is now known to be a chronic and progressive condition, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction or MGD.
Extensive computer, smartphone, and tablet use has contributed to a significant increase in partial blinking.
Blinking stimulates the meibomian glands to secrete oils and spread a protective oil layer across the tear film. When we
partially blink the eyelids do not touch, so there is no pressure applied at the meibomian glands to release these oils. Over time the oils harden in our meibomian glands and blockages develop.
Everyone is at risk for MGD as a result of evaporative stress (caused by not blinking, contact lens wear, use of
technology, certain medication, etc.) and aging. While aging is unavoidable, we can reduce the evaporative stress by properly treating MGD.
Treating MGD With LipiFlow®
Gland blockages can be removed and gland function can be restored with Lipiflow. Through advances in
the application of vectored thermal pulsation (VTPTM) technology, the LipiFlow treatment is administered with
no pain and minimal discomfort in our office.
Visit us at the Rochester Public Market and get tested for Dry Eye - it's free, so why not?
Will Your Phone's Dark Mode Save Your Eyes?
The Rochester Eye & Laser Team : Aug 17, 2021, 8:30:00 AM
With so much time spent on our screens, how does it affect your eyes and is there anything you can do to help? Learn what studies have shown.
Spring Forward to Clearly Better Vision
The Rochester Eye & Laser Team : May 24, 2018, 10:33:09 AM
Here are a few questions to ask yourself to decide if this spring is the right time to give yourself the gift of clearly better vision - LASIK Surgery