Lid scrubs have long been the mainstay of blepharitis management. Detergent-based products, such as Blephadex products applied to the lids and lashes help to remove accumulated debris and excessive oils from the eyelid margins. Also, these products diminish bacterial reservoirs, combating the overgrowth of flora that incites and perpetuates staphylococcal blepharitis. Eyelid scrubs work by removing bacteria, pollen, and oily debris that's accumulated at the root of the eyelashes. This reduces irritation and inflammation. Eyelid scrubs with certain ingredients, such as tea tree oil, also help kill eyelash mites.
Contact Lens Care 101
by Eyemax Vision Center
Oftentimes, contact lens wearers will skimp on their lens care because some of the solutions are costly and it seems like a good way to save some hard-earned cash. But this is not a good idea.
Cutting corners can result in infections or...
