Ocular Surface Disease

What we know and what we do not know…yet.

Mila Ioussifova, OD, CNS, FAAO, FOWNS, tackled new and exciting ways to tackle meibomian gland dysfunction alongside fellow ocular surface specialist Rana Taji, OD, MSc, FAAO, at AAOpt 2024.

The lipid-containing lubricating drop established noninferiority in comfort when compared to non-lipid drops, and the lipid-containing group also exhibited statistically significant improvements in visual quality at both day 7 and day 30, highlighting the potential benefits of this formulation for patients.

New research sheds light on how the dry eye medication lifitegrast works beyond the ocular surface, targeting the underlying immune system to provide relief for patients.

There’s more to dry eye treatment than eye drops.

Reproxalap was previously found to be statistically superior to vehicle for the primary endpoint of ocular discomfort (P=0.004) in a Phase 3 randomized, double-masked, vehicle-controlled dry eye chamber clinical trial.

Choosing the best lens is a puzzle that requires consideration of all the pieces.

Ben Casella, OD, FAAO, chief optometric editor for Optometry Times®, gives a preview of what to expect at this year's EyeCon.

Pamela E. Theriot, OD, FAAO, chats about the relationship between makeup and the ocular surface, and when and how how to intervene as a medical professional.

Actionable tips to improve comfort and fit.

Results suggest higher exposures to lower temperatures and certain air pollutants could result in worsened ocular symptoms and increased tear osmolarity.

Long-term vision and ocular surface health are just part of the puzzle.

Pediatric TINU syndrome is rare, but responds well to treatment.

The survey found that most participants may not know that their symptoms could be associated with eye dryness, including redness, fluctuating vision, a scratch, gritty, tired, or heavy feeling in the eye, or overall eye irritation.

Tracy Lynn Schroeder Swartz, OD, MS, FAAO, overview the 3 questions to ask before referring a patient for refractive surgery.

Walter Whitley, OD, MBA, FAAO, weighs in on the importance of staying in the know of innovations in treatment options for the sake of patient care.

Gromacki shares the importance of a dedicated approach to treating keratoconus, highlighting the need for passion, diverse tools, and a committed practice environment to ensure patient success.

Exploring strategies for effective management of a multifaceted condition.

Jade Coats, OD, details 2 poster presentations on the benefits found in a novel lipid-containing eye drop during AOA's 2024 Optometry's Meeting.

The study also discovered a need for more blatant labeling on e-liquid containers to help reduce accidental contact with the ocular surface.

Honest discussions about treatments for dry eye disease can enhance compliance and simplify care.

Pucker shares topline results from a study that investigated the difference in meibomobian gland morphology when measured with a Visante OCT versus an OCULUS Keratograph 5M.

The nutritional supplement comprised of a proprietary blend of lutein, zeaxanthin isomers, curcumin, and vitamin D3 improved tear production, tear film break-up time, and tear osmolarity, among others.

Trial findings show efficacy of lotilaner for killing mites

The optometry school, founded in 1904, was the first of its kind in California.

Phentolamine ophthalmic solution 0.75% is a preservative-free, stable eye drop, which blocks the α1 receptor within the iris dilator muscle without affecting the ciliary muscle.

Optometrists are often the first to notice ocular adverse effects from systemic medication. When should optometrists reach out to prescribing doctors?

At Vision Expo East 2024, Srinivas Kondapalli, MD, demonstrates how to use Rinsada to address ocular surface disease.

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, speaks on the power of Rinsada to bust biofilms at Vision Expo East 2024.