by Optometric Insights | Oct 15, 2017 | Clinical Insights, Publications
Diagnostic and treatment options for ocular surface disease are valuable tools for patients who need additional help alleviating signs and symptoms of dry eye. Mile Brujic, OD, presents one treatment that works remarkably well for these patients but is often...
by Optometric Insights | Oct 1, 2017 | Clinical Insights, Publications
When is it clinically appropriate to consider punctal occlusion procedures for patients suffering from dry eye disease? Mile Brujic, OD, explains why the use of punctal plugs is a viable strategy to conserve tears on the ocular surface and shares clinical pearls for...
by Optometric Insights | Aug 15, 2017 | Clinical Insights
When evaluating patients for dry eye symptoms, eye care practitioners should be aware of potential problems with lid seal—especially during sleep. Optimal closure of the eyelids prevents evaporation of tears and desiccation of the ocular surface. David Kading,...
by Optometric Insights | Aug 6, 2017 | Clinical Insights / Advanced Ocular Care, Contact Lens Today
I think that I am pretty open minded and am willing to try most anything new. But when I think about new ideas, I naturally form opinions and ideas based on my belief patterns from the past. One such belief that I have is that orthokeratology is a complex and...
by Optometric Insights | Jul 31, 2017 | Clinical Insights
Mile Brujic, OD, describes how epithelial basement membrane dystrophy (EBMD) can cause unexpected refractive shifts in patients’ vision. Learn more about how to diagnose the abnormalities caused by EBMD and the appropriate treatments necessary based on the severity of...
by Optometric Insights | Jul 28, 2017 | Clinical Insights
Increasing awareness of dry eye disease will lead to better care for patients. David Kading, OD, shares advice for how optometrists can become dry eye specialists and how they can create a ‘dry eye center of excellence’ in their practice. He explains that...
