DRY EYES – A Common Problem In AZ
Experiencing dry eyes is a pretty common complaint
in our dry climate. Combine that with allergies and
many people have a very uncomfortable problem.
The first step to treating dry eyes is a comprehensive
exam from your optometrist to diagnose what exactly
is going on with your eyes. There are other conditions
that can masquerade as dry eye and/or allergies. After
the doctor has analyzed your symptoms and given you
a diagnoses, there are several different approaches to
dry eye disease.
Eye drops are commonly used to relieve symptoms
but there are many kinds of over the counter drops
available and your doctor can direct you to the most
effective for your particular eyeʼs needs. Sometimes
prescription drops are needed.
Omega 3 supplements are often suggested for an in-
ternal aide in balanced tear production.
Punctal plugs are sometimes inserted in the tear
ducts to help distribute tears properly.
Often dry eye symptom relief can be gained with an
eye compress treatment pack. These packs can be ap-
plied warm for approximately 10 minutes at a time to
help increase lipids and tear break-up time. They pull
moisture from the air and are heated in the microwave
so there is no mess and they come with a washable cov-
er. Application helps with dry eye disease, blepharitis,
chalazion (eyelid cysts) and their associated symptoms
of grittiness, irritation, soreness and burning.
These eye compresses can also be put in the freezer
and used cold for hay fever and allergies, inflamma-
tion, tired and itchy eyes, puffy and sore eyes, sinus
headache and migraine relief.
Used warmed or cooled, they just plain feel good!
Thanks for naming Antone Optical as the
“BEST EYE CARE CENTER”
in Prescott Valley
2008 thru 2016!!
(Independent Survey by Market Surveys of America)
Comprehensive
Eye Exams Available
Dr. Renita Frost, O.D.
Ind. Doctor of Optometry
Terri Antone A.B.O.C.
AZ Licensed Optician
Terri Antone A.B.O.C. Dr. Renita Frost, O.D.
Skilled Professionals • Personalized Service
Prescriptions Filled • Prescriptions Duplicated
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Best Eyecare Center - 2008 though 2016!!!
“The best in eyewar – affordable prices”
775-9393
We are located in the Safeway Shopping Center
7840 E. Hwy 69, (Suite A-5a) Prescott Valley
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July 2017 pccnews