Dr. Levando's Recommended Daytime Eye Lubrication Products

• These brands are Preservative Free. They can be used with contact lenses and as many times a day as you would like, but Dr. Levando recommends starting with 3-4x a day. 

• If you have trouble putting in eye drops or are afraid of eye drops, the Optase Dry Eye Spray is a great option.

For tips on how to put in eye drops click here to visit @DoctorEyeHealth on YouTube

Dr. Levando's Recommended Nighttime Eye Lubrication Products

• For dry eye, staying hydrated helps maintain the moisture balance of the eyes, as dehydration can lead to a reduction in tear production, exacerbating dry eye symptoms. By ensuring adequate fluid intake, patients can promote healing, improve cognitive function, and maintain healthier, more comfortable eyes.

• If you are waking up with dry eyes, you may need additional night time lubrication - you can use thicker artificial gel tears or night time ointments before bed.

Dr. Levando's Recommended Eyelid Cleansing Products

• Eyelid hygiene, including cleansing, is crucial for managing dry eye because it helps maintain the health of the meibomian glands, which play a key role in producing the oily layer ofthe tear film. These glands can malfunction due to chronic dry eye, abnormal blinking, inflammation, hormones, and down regulation from the nervous system.

• Cleansing the eyelids removes debris, bacteria, and excess oils that can contribute to inflammation and irritation.

• By regularly practicing eyelid hygiene, patients can reduce symptoms of dry eye, enhance tear quality, and support overall eye comfort.

• Removing makeup at the end of the day is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and eyes. 

• By ensuring thorough makeup removal, patients can enhance eye comfort, maintain a healthy tear film, and support overall eye health.

Dr. Levando's Recommended Warm Compresses

• Eyelid hygiene, including the use of heat, is crucial for managing dry eye because it helps maintain the health of the meibomian glands, which play a key role in producing the oily layer of the tear film. These glands can malfunction due to chronic dry eye, abnormal blinking, inflammation, hormones, and down regulation from the nervous system.

• Warm compresses help to soften and express the oils from these glands, preventing blockages and improving tear stability.

• *NOTE: may be contraindicated for patients with supraorbital, supratrochlear, or occipital neuralgia

• For tips on warm compresses click here to visit @DoctorEyeHealth on YouTube

Dr. Levando's Recommended Allergy Relief Products

Dr. Levando's Recommended Vitamins & Supplements