Dr. Berdy's Recommended Hydration & 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. Berdy recommends starting with 3-4x a day. 

Dr. Berdy's Additional Recommended Hydration & Lubrication Products

• Hydration is essential for managing dry eye. Proper hydration supports brain function, aiding in cognitive processes and reducing the risk of headaches, fatigue, and other symptoms.

• 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.

• While 8-10 glasses of water a day is key, electrolytes are also important.

• 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. Berdy'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.

• Don't forget it’s important to take eye makeup off nightly.

Dr. Berdy's Recommended Cosmetics Products

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

• Residual makeup can irritate the eyes, leading to increased discomfort and inflammation. It can also clog the meibomian glands in the eyelids, disrupting the tear film and worsening dry eye symptoms.

• Additionally, leftover makeup may harbor bacteria, raising the risk of infections that can further aggravate dry eye conditions.

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

• This simple routine can significantly impact your eye health, ultimately improving your quality of life.

Dr. Berdy'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

Dr. Berdy's Recommended Allergy Relief Products