Wateriness, redness, even grittiness — these are tell-tale signs of dry eye. Still, dry eye can develop without noticeable symptoms, and Dry Eye Therapy can help detect those problems before it affects your eye comfort.
We can assess your eye comfort using comprehensive technology and determine how to support it.Let us find the relief you deserve. Book your dry eye appointment with Cohen’s Fashion Optical today.
Dry eye is a common issue that affects millions of Americans. It occurs when an issue impacts the quality or quantity of tears you produce. Fewer or lower quality tears can then lead to uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.
Several issues can lead to dry eye. Our mission is to determine the root cause of your symptoms and develop alleviating strategies based on your needs.
Several factors can contribute to dry eye:
Alongside these, lifestyle factors like digital device use can also contribute to symptoms.
Some of the most common symptoms include:
Severe dry eye could also increase the risk of corneal damage and eye infections.
Managing dry eye is also about managing some of its most common causes and symptoms.
Meibomian gland dysfunction and blepharitis are among the most common issues associated with dry eye, and we look for these concerns whenever we check your eyes.
By detecting these problems early, we can help preserve your eye comfort—sometimes even before you experience symptoms.
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a common issue that contributes to dry eye. It occurs when blockages form in the eyelid glands responsible for providing quality tears.
MGD affects over 1 billion people around the world.
Blepharitis is an issue known for causing inflammation in the eyelid. It can also cause flaky skin around the eyelids, swelling, blurry vision, and falling eyelashes.
It can develop if you have meibomian gland dysfunction or if there is too much bacteria on your eyelid.
Demodex blepharitis is a common eyelid condition caused by an overgrowth of microscopic mites that live around the eyelashes. It can lead to redness, itching, irritation, crusting along the lashes, and persistent dry eye symptoms. With advanced diagnosis and targeted treatment, we can effectively address Demodex and restore a healthier, more comfortable ocular surface.
There are several ways we can look for signs of dry eye. One method includes LipiScan, which gives us detailed images of your meibomian glands, helping detect signs of meibomian gland dysfunction. Other techniques we may use include:
We can recommend a strategy based on what may be causing your discomfort.
Dry eye is common and often chronic. Even if you only experience mild symptoms, you might need regular treatment to help keep your eyes comfortable.
These treatments can range from at-home strategies like prescription and non-prescription eye drops, but we can also recommend in-office techniques—or a combination of both.
For more information about these techniques, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.
OptiLight IPL is a gentle, non-invasive FDA-approved, light-based treatment designed to address inflammation associated with dry eye and meibomian gland dysfunction. Precisely controlled pulses of light help reduce inflammation, improve meibomian gland function, and restore a healthier tear film. OptiLight can also help reduce eyelid redness and unwanted blood vessels, leaving the eye area looking clearer and healthier
Learn more about this approach on our OptiLight IPL page. We currently offer OptiLight IPL in our Florham Park location.
OptiPlus RF is a comfortable, non-invasive FDA-approved treatment that uses controlled radiofrequency energy to gently warm the tissues around the eyes, helping improve meibomian gland function and restore a healthier tear film. In addition to relieving dry eye symptoms, RF energy stimulates collagen production, helping to firm and smooth the delicate skin around the eyes for a refreshed, rejuvenated appearance.
Learn more about this approach on our OptiPlus RF page. We currently offer OptiPlusRF in our Florham Park location.
NuLids is a gentle, in-office eyelid treatment that provides a thorough cleaning and exfoliation of the eyelid margins, helping remove accumulated debris, biofilm, and buildup around the eyelashes. The treatment also gently massages the meibomian glands to support healthier oil flow, improve eyelid hygiene, and provide relief from symptoms associated with blepharitis and dry eye.
Meibomian Gland Expression is an in-office treatment designed to gently clear blocked oil glands along the eyelids. Using controlled pressure, thickened or stagnant oils are released from the glands, helping restore healthier oil flow, stabilize the tear film, and reduce dry eye symptoms. This treatment is often combined with IPL or RF therapy for enhanced results.
Amniotic membranes and bandage contact lenses are advanced therapeutic options used to protect and support the healing of a compromised ocular surface. Amniotic membranes provide natural biologic properties that help reduce inflammation and promote corneal healing, while bandage contact lenses create a protective barrier that can improve comfort and allow the eye to recover. These treatments may be recommended for more severe dry eye, corneal irritation, or persistent ocular surface damage.
