Dry Eye 101: What IS it? We have oil glands that SHOULD produce a constant flow of liquidy oil, but as time goes on, they get clogged. But we need the oil to keep the water from evaporating. Treating Dry Eye is a complex process but opening the oil glands is the first step and Los Gatos Eye Care & Aesthetics offers several treatments to do just that.
Dry Eye Treatments:
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ZEST for Dry Eye and Demodex:
ZEST (Zocular Eyelid System Treatment) is an exciting new treatment developed by Zocular® to treat the underlying causes of dry eye – demodex mites and blepharitis. Over 80% of dry eye issues start with issues at the eyelid margin. The bacteria, oil residue, dirt and dead skin at the eyelids can cause the eyes to water, itch, burn, and make the eyes feel dry. Dry eye and blepharitis are often associated with poor hygiene of the eyelid area.
Zocular Eyelid System Treatment (ZEST) is an in-office eyelid cleaning and debridement system using a natural okra-based gel.
The procedure is quick and painless, bringing immediate relief to symptoms of irritation and dry eye
ZEST (Zocular Eyelid System Treatment) is an exciting new treatment developed by Zocular® to treat the underlying causes of dry eye – demodex mites and blepharitis. Over 80% of dry eye issues start with issues at the eyelid margin. The bacteria, oil residue, dirt and dead skin at the eyelids can cause the eyes to water, itch, burn, and make the eyes feel dry. Dry eye and blepharitis are often associated with poor hygiene of the eyelid area.
Zocular Eyelid System Treatment (ZEST) is an in-office eyelid cleaning and debridement system using a natural okra-based gel.
The procedure is quick and painless, bringing immediate relief to symptoms of irritation and dry eye
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Prescription Eye Drops: There are several prescription drops that treat dry eye and they all work a little bit differently. But, our doctors will perform a thorough ocular surface assessment to determine which, if any, of the medications are appropriate for each patient.