Doctors Vision Center
Dr. Miguel de la Torre
305-666-2020
www.doctorsvisioncenter.net
University Park, FL Optometrist, Dr. Miguel de la Torre Heals Patients Suffering from Dry Eyes
Dry eyes occur when the tears aren't able to provide adequate moisture for the eyes. Tears can be inadequate for many reasons. Eyes become dry when the eye does not produce tears properly, or when the tears are not of the correct consistency and evaporate too quickly. When it comes to treatment, patients are more likely to recover and prevent further irritation if they visit an optometrist. Dr. Miguel de la Torre of Doctors Vision Center in University Park, FL provides patients with a personalized approach to help them move past this irritating condition.
Dry eyes can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination. Dr. de la Torre will learn of the patient’s family history and past experience with dry eyes in order to determine any symptoms the patient is experiencing and the presence of any general health problems, medications taken or any possible environmental factors that may be contributing to the dry eye problem. Dr. de la Torre will perform an external examination of the eye, evaluate the eyelids and cornea and measure the amount of quality and quality tears. Using the information obtained from the testing, Dr. de la Torre will be able to determine whether or not the patient is suffering from dry eyes or any other condition.
There are a number of treatment options when it comes to treating dry eyes. There are over-the-counter remedies that can be effective, but for lasting results, optometrists will recommend prescription-strength solutions. The primary approaches used to manage and treat dry eyes include adding tears, conserving tears, increasing tear production and treating the inflammation of the eyelids or eye surface that contributes to the dry eyes. Patients can improve their condition on their own too; by blinking regularly, eating a healthy diet that includes fatty acids and wearing sunglasses outdoors, patients are taking the right steps to limiting or preventing dry eyes.
For more information regarding the treatment of dry eyes with Dr. Miguel de la Torre in University Park, FL visit www.doctorsvisioncenter.net or call 305-666-2020 to schedule an appointment today at Doctors Vision Center.
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