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The Challenge for Many Glaucoma Patients to Instill Eye Drops

It has long been considered a challenge for patients to properly instill eye drops.  It is particularly difficult for many elderly glaucoma patients who require daily eye drops but have hand eye coordination issues.  A recent study conducted at...read more


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Is Quality of Sleep Impacted by Dry Eye Disease?

According to research conducted by the Beijing Institute of Ophthalmology, patients with dry eye disease have worse sleep quality compared to those who are not similarly affected.  Given lifestyle changes and the significant increase in the population of those...read more


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Higher Average Temperature Tied to Vision Impairment Among Older Americans

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto found that Americans 65 years and older living in warmer regions are more likely to have serious vision impairment compared to their counterparts living in cooler regions. (1) This...read more


Glaucoma

A New Approach for Diagnosing Glaucoma

A study published recently in Contact Lens and Anterior Eye, reported on researchers in the UK and Turkey who have developed a contact lens which can detect changes in eye pressure which signals possible glaucoma. (1)  The contact lenses...read more


Cataracts

Relationship Between Dementia Risk and Cataract Surgery

A study conducted by the Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Medical Center noted that cataract surgery can reduce the risk of dementia in those patients with vision challenges, particularly among those who are younger and male.  (Lee C. Shin, Kim...read more


Cosmetic Eye Surgery

The Use of Botox and Dermal Fillers in Oculoplastic Cosmetic Procedures

When is Botox Used for Cosmetic Procedures and for What Conditions? Botox is a neuromodulating agent that is injected under the skin. It is intended to “paralyze” the muscles of facial expression.  It is frequently used to temporarily soften...read more


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