Dry Eye Therapy in Dorchester, ON

If you have either chronic or occasional dry eyes, your optometrist may suggest you increase your intake of some nutrients and minerals, such as omega-3s.

Omega-3 supplements from PRN (Physician Recommended Nutriceuticals) can help improve tear film quality to prevent tears from evaporating too quickly. Research has shown that consuming omega-3 fatty acids can significantly improve tear quality.

PRN DE3 omega-3s have been clinically proven and evaluated by Health Canada to improve and relieve the symptoms of dry eye.

Thealoz Duo eye drops may be prescribed to patients with moderate to severe dry eye to be used in conjunction with regular in-office treatments. As its name suggests, these eye drops contain 2 significant ingredients: trehalose and sodium hyaluronate.

Trehalose is used to protect the eye’s epithelial cells so they can become more resistant to the everyday stress of dry environments and tear film changes that can cause dry eye. Sodium hyaluronate is used to help your tears retain the water they need to hydrate and lubricate your eye’s surface.

Thealoz Duo drops are clinically proven to increase film thickness for up to 4 hours, with Thealoz Duo gel increasing tear film thickness for up to 6 hours.

Bruder masks use gentle, warming heat to provide relief from dry eyes caused by MGD and blepharitis. The mask uses heat to melt thickened meibum, improving meibomian gland function and slowing the evaporation rate of your tears.

Warm the mask in the microwave for around 20 seconds. Then, place the mask over your eyes for 10 minutes. Gently massage through the mask with the palm of your hand every minute or so to express the warmed meibomian glands in your eyelids.

OCUNOX Eye Ointment is designed for overnight corneal protection. The cornea is particularly sensitive to drying at night since our eyes don’t typically produce tears while we are sleeping. OCUNOX is designed to protect the surface of the eye and improve your tear film, providing long-lasting dry eye relief during the day.

OCUNOX ointment is preservative and phosphate-free, with vitamin A to improve the tear film overnight.

ZocuFoam is a natural eyelid cleanser formulated with okra complexes to address the root cause of irritated and dry eyes. ZocuFoam provides a soothing and calming action. With its gentle foaming formula, this product efficiently removes debris on the lids and lashes, helping to manage dryness and discomfort.

ZocuFoam can also help treat Demodex issues, which can cause blepharitis, resulting in inflammation of the eyelids and severe dry eye.

ZocuFoam is recommended to be used 1 time daily for 2 months, then 2 times per week ongoing after that.

Zaspray is a 3-in-1 solution for soothing, hydrating, and relieving dry eyes caused by allergies. With its unique formulation and natural plant extracts, Zaspray can provide long-lasting relief from itchy, irritated, and red eyes.

This easy-to-use spray contains sodium hyaluronate, offering a lubricating effect to keep your eyes moisturized and comfortable throughout the day.

BIHOCL O.D. features powerful active ingredients and an innovative formula and can provide fast and effective relief from the discomfort of dry eyes.

This eye drop solution works to moisturize and soothe your eyes, promoting hydration and comfort.

Blephaclean wipes are preservative-free individual sterile lid wipes. These wipes can help to reduce signs and symptoms of blepharitis.

Blephaclean wipes are used about 1 or 2 times daily per week.

Blephagel Duo is a preservative-free cleansing gel that helps maintain optimal ocular hygiene. Blephagel Duo is recommended to be used 1 or 2 times daily as needed.