by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | May 1, 2019 | Blog
Treatment options for dry eye disease are extensive and can vary based on the severity of symptoms. For many with moderate to severe dry eye disease, first approach treatment options such as artificial tears are not effective enough. In these cases, punctal plugs...
by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | Apr 17, 2019 | Blog
Many recent studies have been focusing around blue light and its potential effects on vision and ocular health. Blue lights, which we are exposed to every time we view a computer screen, phone, or tablet, are increasingly prevalent in our day-to-day lives. As more...
by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | Apr 3, 2019 | Blog
Amniotic membranes are newly engineered treatment options for difficult cases of dry eye disease. These membranes are ethically obtained stem cell tissues that provide the front surface of the eye with healing and regenerative properties. They have proven to be...
by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | Mar 20, 2019 | Blog
We’ve talked about several advanced ways to address the symptoms of dry eye disease, from Lipiflow to specialty contact lenses. One treatment option that you may see advertised on television is prescription eye drops, such as Restasis or Xiidra, that may be used for...
by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | Mar 6, 2019 | Blog
Myopia control is a field of eye care that works to slow the progression of nearsightedness, particularly in children. There are several different approaches to myopia control, but one of the most common and effective methods is known as orthokeratology. In...
by Dr. Daniel Baruffi | Feb 20, 2019 | Blog
You may find it surprising that, for many people suffering from dry eye disease, nighttime can be the most damaging part of the day. It is easy to think that while we’re sleeping and our eyes are closed, the surface of our eye is protected. But the truth is that...
