There are a number of symptoms associated with dry eye. Some of the most common ones include:

A dry eye can be caused by a number of different underlying factors. Some of the leading causes of dry eye include:

Restasis is a prescription eye drop that treats dry eye syndrome by increasing your natural ability to produce tears. The product works by reducing chronic inflammation that affects the lacrimal glands (the glands responsible for producing tears.) In this way, it improves both the quality and quantity of the tears your body is able to produce. At the Benjamin Eye Institute, we consider Restasis to be the gold standard for treating serious cases of dry eye.

Because Restasis works by encouraging cellular turnover within the lacrimal glands, it must be used for a minimum of six weeks before results will begin to appear. Once the medication is discontinued, symptoms will resume within several months. As such, studies show that long-term use of Restasis is necessary to obtain effective relief from dry eye symptoms.

Restasis is very safe and is in fact the only eye drop solution of its kind that is FDA-approved for treating dry eye syndrome. In terms of side effects, patients very rarely experience burning, redness, discharge, watery eyes, pain, foreign body sensation, itching, and blurred vision.

Over-the-counter eye drops are a very common dry eye treatment. Although these drops are readily available and capable of soothing the eyes and providing temporary relief, they don’t actually treat the underlying dry eye problem. As such, Dr. Benjamin and his team instead recommend prescription drops designed specifically to improve dry eye syndrome.

Made from your own blood serum, these drops produce a tear substitute that is formulated specifically for your eyes and contains the crucial growth factors and nutrients that are normally found in healthy tears.

This painless, in-office eye treatment helps to provide long-lasting relief from 

 and dry eye. During this procedure, years of built-up bacteria and debris are safely removed from along the edge of your lashes, exfoliating your eyelids, and immediately improving uncomfortable symptoms. There is no downtime from this treatment and the best results are seen in combination with 

Prokera is a biological corneal bandage that is cleared by the FDA to treat a number of eye diseases, including dry eye. It is designed to restore a smooth corneal epithelium and reduce inflammation so that your eyes can produce tears normally.

In some cases, dry eye is caused by a condition known as “surfer’s eye,” or pterygium, which occurs when pink tissue grows on the conjunctiva. When the growth causes severe discomfort or interferes with your ability to see normally, an outpatient procedure may be recommended. When performed at the Benjamin Eye Institute, the surgery will be performed without sutures and using amnio grafts to ensure an optimal cosmetic outcome and a reduced risk of recurrence.

If it is determined that blocked glands are causing your dry eye syndrome, the 

 may offer an ideal solution. The treatment works by directing warmth to your blocked glands, opening them up so your body can resume producing tear film oil. This in-office procedure takes approximately 12 minutes and is highly effective. In a clinical study, 79 percent of patients experienced an overall improvement in their dry eye symptoms after a single treatment with

. Depending on the severity of your dry eye symptoms, you may require additional treatments moving forward to maintain these results.

If you’ve used drops or ointments in the past and haven’t gotten relief from your dry eye condition, Dr. Benjamin may want to occlude (block) your puncta. Puncta are the drainage ducts that your old tears, or extra tears, can escape through while your glands are making new ones. In each of your eyes, there is one punctum in the top eyelid and another on the bottom eyelid, at the corner of the eye that is towards your nose. About 80% of the tears drain from the lower, and 20% from the upper puncta. Punctal plugs do exactly what they sound like: they stop the drains, just like the plug in your kitchen sink. Punctal plugs are made of very soft flexible silicone, similar to the material used in contact lenses.

Gaining popularity among medical doctors and their patients are vitamins and omega-3 fish oil pills for the treatment of the dry eye. Many patients are able to find relief from their dry eye syndrome by supplementing their diet with foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as walnuts, cod liver oil, primrose oil, and cold-water fish. Additionally, Dr. Benjamin and his team stress the importance of getting enough vitamin A through your diet, as it helps to maintain proper eye moisture. This crucial vitamin can be found in dark green and yellow vegetables, and eggs.

After completing your comprehensive dry eye exam, if MGD (Meibomian Gland Dysfunction) is determined to be the cause of your dry eye disease, IPL treatments may be recommended. OptiLight with Lumenis patented 

 uses precise, intense broad-spectrum light to reduce inflammation – one of the key underlining factors in dry eye disease due to MGD.

The body reacts to certain allergens that it feels are harmful. For example, while dust may not affect you, it may trigger an allergic response in someone else. This response may be in the form of itchy, red, or watery eyes. Sometimes stronger reactions to allergies – such as swollen, red eyelids – can occur.

Most eyes react to common airborne allergens, such as dust, smog, pet dander, or pollen to name a few. Sometimes makeup or antibiotic eye drops may cause an allergic reaction. It is important to note that dry eyes can exacerbate allergies. The eye normally increases its production of tears in order to wash away irritants. Ironically enough, excessive tearing is a major symptom of dry eye. If there are not enough tears to wash away the allergens, the eye will experience even more irritation. Lubricating drops are often recommended to add extra moisture. However, if moisture drops are not sufficient, Dr. Benjamin may suggest punctal occlusion to increase the number of tears that remain in the eye.

To alleviate dry eye symptoms associated with allergies, it’s best to avoid triggers. Failing that, eye drops such as Optivar or Patanol can help alleviate itching and redness. Prescription dry eye therapy, such as Restasis, can also improve the condition. Antihistamines, such as Claritin or Benadryl are effective over-the-counter options. However, overuse of decongestants can create dependence so they should be used sparingly.

WHY CHOOSE DR BENJAMIN FOR YOUR DRY EYE TREATMENT?

Dr. Benjamin is recognized as one of Los Angeles' top dry eye specialists. Thousands of patients have passed through his hands, attaining long lasting relief with their dry, uncomfortable, red eyes.


ALL ABOUT DRY EYE DECEASE AND TREATMENT OPTIONS IN 2023

Симптомов «сухого глаза» довольно много, вот основные:

Опять же причины могут быть самые разные. Но обычно речь идет о следующих:

3 ШАГА К ИЗБАВЛЕНИЮ ОТ СУХОСТИ ГЛАЗ

МЕТОДЫ ЛЕЧЕНИЯ СУХОСТИ ГЛАЗ

Это глазные капли, которые улучшают вашу естественную способность продуцировать слезы. Лекарство снижает хроническое воспаление, которое затрагивает железы, ответственные за выработку слез. Тем самым улучшается как количество, так и качество слез. Мы в Benjamin Eye Institute считаем Restasis золотым стандартом для лечения серьезных случаев обсуждаемого синдрома.

(OTC) ГЛАЗНЫЕ КАПЛИ БЕЗ РЕЦЕПТА

В Лос-Анджелесе капли, выдавамемые аптеками без рецепта, считаются приемлемыми. И хотя они могут смягчить симптомы и дать временное облегчение, более глубоких причин они не затрагивают. Д-р Бенджамин и его команда вместо этого советуют специальные капли, которые «заточены» специально против синдрома.

ГЛАЗНЫЕ КАПЛИ AUTOLOGOUS SERUM

Сделанные из вашей сыворотки крови, эти капли продуцируют «слезный заменитель», который рассчитан конкретно для ваших глаз и содержит нужное количество питательных веществ, в которых нуждается глаз.

Одобренное Управлением по Контролю за Питанием и Лекарствами США (FDA), это средство оказывает эффект на симптомы сухого глаза в течение как минимум двух недель. Оно отличается безопасностью, хорошей переносимостью и, главное, высокой эффективностью в большинстве случаев.

Это своего рода биологическая роговичная «повязка», также одобренная FDA для лечения ряда глазных болзеней, включая и сухость глаз. Она предназначена для восстановления роговичного эпителия и снижения воспаления, благодаря чему глаз начинает нормально продуцировать слезу.

В отдельных случаях сухость глаз вызывается состоянием, известным как «глаз серфера» или «птеригий», который имеет место, когда розовая ткань наращивается на конъюнктиве, вызывая сильный дискомфорт и мешая зрению. Когда эту процедуру используют в Benjamin Eye Institute, то все делается без швов и косметических последствий, но при этом риск рецивида уменьшается.

Если выясняется, что сухость глаза вызвана блокированием желез, то этот метод – самый оптимальный. Он состоит в прямом «утеплении» желез, открывая их таким образом, чтобы продуцировалось нужное количество слезы. Это кабинетная процедура занимает около 12 минут и отличается высокой эффективностью. Исследования показали, что 79% пациентов имели заметное улучшение уже после одной процедуры с LipiFlow. Понадобятся ли вам дополнительные меры, зависит от состояния ваших глаз.

Если вы использовали капли или мази от сухости в прошлом, но без успеха, то д-р Бенджамин может прибегнуть к блокированию вашей puncta – системы дренажных каналов, через которые уходят ваши старые или, иначе говоря, лишние слезы, пока железы производят новые.

В каждом из глаз есть такая точка (пунктум) – одна на верхнем веке, другая на нижнем. Около 80% слез уходят через нижний пунктум, и 20% через верхний. Затычки Punctal Plugs делают именно то, что и должны в соответствии со своим названием: останавливают дренаж, подобно затычке в вашей кухонной раковине, только сделаны они из мягкого и гибкого силикона.

ОМЕГА 3 РЫБИЙ ЖИР И ВИТАМИН А 3

Для лечения сухости глаз в Лос-Анджелесе в последнее время как среди врачей, так и среди пациентов обрели славу таблетки (капсулы) omega 3 fish oil. Многие страдающие сухостью глаз получают облегчение от пищевых добавок с этим элементом, как и от богатой им еды: грецких орехов, печени трески, масла примулы, рыбы холодных морей. Кроме того, д-р Бенджамин и его команда напоминают о важности витамина А в вашем рационе, поскольку он помогает выработке глазной влаги. Этот витамин содержится в темной зелени

СУХОСТЬ ГЛАЗ И АЛЛЕРГИЯ

Тело, как известно, может реагировать на разные аллергены. Все индивидуально: у одного пыль вызовет аллергию, у другого нет. Реакция же может проявиться как зуд, покраснение глаз или повышенная слезливость. Бывает и более сильная реакция в виде опухания и покраснения век.

Обычно глаза реагируют на аллергены в воздухе – пыль, смог, перхоть животных, полынь и пр. Иногда косметика или глазные капли с антибиотиком также могут вызвать реакцию. Важно знать, что сухость глаз может усугубить аллергию. Глаз вырабатывает влагу, чтобы вымывать раздражители, но ирония подчас состоит в том, что излишняя влага – главный симптом сухости глаз. Однако если слез недостаточно, чтобы избавиться от аллергенов, то глаз испытывает еще больше проблем. Любрикативные капли часто рекомендуются для увеличения влаги. Но если такие капли неэффективны, то д-р Бенджамин может посоветовать описанные выше «затычки», позволяющие слезам дольше задерживаться в глазу.

Для облегчения синдрома сухости глаз, связанного с аллергией, самое лучшее – избегать триггеров. Но если не удалось, то такие глазные капли, как Optivar или Patanol, могут помочь облегчить зуд и покраснение. Средства по рецепту, к примеру, тот же Restasis, порой более эффективны. Безрецептурные антигистамины Claritin или Benadryl также могут быть хороши, но нужно помнить, что передозировка чревата зависимостью, так что желательно не переусердствовать.

ПОЧЕМУ ИМЕННО BENJAMIN EYE INSTITUTE?

Д-р Бенджамин признан одним из лучших специалистов Лос-Анджелеса в области сухости глаз. Через его руки прошли тысячи пациентов, которых он надолго избавил от этого дискомфорта.



We offer an extensive variety of treatment options, ranging from the well-known and accepted to truly innovative state of the art solutions in Dry Eye treatment 

Доктор Беджамин с его 25-летним опытом лечения сухого глаза знаком со всеми его аспектами, включая самые сложные случаи

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DRY EYE TREATMENT IN LOS ANGELES

Constantly rubbing your eyes, forcing yourself to blink, depending on eye drops to achieve only temporary relief - it all prevents you from getting the most out of your life. Even if it feels like you've already tried everything, we are here to prove you still have options.



 – это термин для описания группы различных заболеваний и проблем, которые приводят к нарушению увлажнения и любрикации глаза. Когда вы постоянно трете глаза, заставляете себя моргать и ищете глазные капли, дающие временное облегчение, – у вас снижаете качество жизни. Даже если вам кажется, что вы «уже пробовали всё», мы сможем помочь.

СУХОСТЬ ГЛАЗ

Staff was very personable and accommodated my needs.  Dr Benjamin was very professional and great bedside manner.  I would highly recommend the office to friend and family

An awesome experience as is the norm for our visits to Dr Benjamin. We have trusted him and his office with our multiple surgeries and care for many years, and plan to continue forward. Thank you Dr Benjamin, and your staff.

Great front desk and tech staff. The doctor was super nice and I’m so pleased I found this eye institute! Everyone was great and happy to finally have taken care of an appointment I had been putting off for a while. Great check-in process also for first time patients.

⭐️ My review of LASIK after one year ⭐️I told Dr. Benjamin I would do this a while ago, but I kind of feel like it says a lot I have kept this on my checklist for a year. I feel like a year is a good amount of time to review a procedure like this and give my honest thoughts and recommendation.So, let me tell you about my journey to getting LASIK and how I ended up in the amazing care of Dr. Benjamin. After going to an optometrist for years and him advising against LASIK because of my genetically dry eyes, I finally got a second opinion from an ophthalmologist (Dr. Benjamin). I didn’t know the difference between an optometrist vs. opthalmologist, but once I learned it kind of made sense why my optometrist didn’t want me getting LASIK lol. Because he couldn’t sell me on contact lenses or glasses for the foreseeable future if I got my vision corrected :) I mean, who knows, but I am glad I got a second opinion.I figured being in Los Angeles with some of the best doctors in the world… if anyone is going to touch my big, blue eyeballs, might as well get it done while I’m here. I found this business due to the reviews and they seemed to really know what they were doing and how to talk to clients.Upon meeting Dr. Benjamin he told me that I wasn’t a candidate for LASIK with my dry eyes, but he could put me through treatments for dry eyes and reevaluate after; and that these treatments had a good success rate for most.So, I started doing two treatments every other week for about 2.5 months - IPL laser treatment and Lipiflow. Lipiflow, especially, was a weird painless experience but highly recommend anyone with dry eyes to ask about it regardless of LASIK. I could tell my eyes felt way less dry a couple days after each treatment. There are videos on YouTube that talk about this treatment… Who knew this stuff existed. I’m not gonna lie, it’s an investment to do all these treatments on top of LASIK, but my eyes rarely feel dry anymore so if you’re going to get it done - do it right.Finally, I was approved for LASIK. I ended up waiting until the end of year to make sure I saved up the funds to do it and had some time to heal. I also took advantage of an end of year deal they were offering. $1000 off was a pretty nice forcing function to get me to finally do it after prepping my eyes with the treatments. The procedure itself I couldn’t feel anything even though I was awake the entire time (medicated). Even the scary part when bubbles form on your eyes Dr. Benjamin let me know about in advance so when it happened I just went with the flow. I think the worst part was the recovery the few days after and coming home drugged up lol. I remember day 1 thinking omg what did I do to my eyes. My eyes just hurt and felt weird, but omg I could see 20/15 immediately. And then, day by day it gradually got better. It took a few weeks for my eyes to heal, but after 1 month you couldn’t even tell I had surgery. One eye was a bit more bloodshot than the other.I can see 20/15. It’s been life changing for the past year not having to worry about contacts or glasses. I just got married and was able to walk down the aisle with clear vision. I only wish I had the means to have done this earlier in life. If you’re considering it - do it! And definitely consider Dr. Benjamin to do it right.Lastly, to continue treating my dry eyes, Dr. Benjamin gave me an extra LipiFlow treatment, and also recommended I try punctal plugs (painless plugs inserted into your lids that help your tears last longer). He placed the plugs in my eyes under 5 mins. Wild.I heard from people during the LASIK process they have been nervous to get the procedure so I wrote this to help and because I think highly of this business for changing my life. And, some of the dry eye treatments I would’ve never known about had it not been for them. Again, I wish I would have had been able to do this years ago. It is so, so worth it!Thank you, Dr. Benjamin (and staff!)

Concerned about a reoccurring virus, I text Dr Benjamin’s office first thing in the morning seeking immediate advice and an appointment. In quick time I received both sage advice and a same day appointment. Dr B takes a personal interest in his patients well being and has diligent, competent and attentive staff to support the care and support needed. Can’t speak highly enough.

Been going to Dr B for nearly a decade after trying many other eye doctors in LA.  Beyond solving my chronic dry eye and being the most knowledgeable, he is an all-around great guy and spends time educating. The staff is wonderful as well.

The ophthalmologist that performed my surgery, Dr. Benjamin, was extremely skilled and knowledgeable. He took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and answer all of my questions. I felt confident in his abilities and knew that I was in good hands.

Dr Benjamin and his team are extremely professional. I had Lasik surgery performed by him and his team and everything to date has gone exactly as described to me. Front office is very friendly and scheduling appointments is easy.

The office staff were kind and considerate. The technician that assisted me explained everything she was doing. The Doctor was very nice and explained everything. He was definitely knowledgeable about my condition.

Dr Benjamin has been the “go to” eye specialist for 3 generations of my family, starting with my father and now grown children. Simply put, he’s an exceptionally capable, trustworthy, and cutting edge doctor with a courteous and professional staff.Without any reservations, I recommend him to anyone seeking an exceptional eye doctor.

The surgeons at Benjamin Eye Institute are true experts in their field - they were able to explain the procedure in detail and answer all of my questions and concerns. The surgery itself was quick and painless, and the recovery was much faster than I had anticipated.

I just completed my first visit and can say that this office deserves every high ranking it gets. The staff are efficient, friendly but highly professional.  The office is modern and sparkling clean. The examination was smooth and thorough. The doctor saw me on time.  He listened closely to the background of my problem, and he clearly communicated his treatment plan and the rationale for it. I absolutely trust him and highly recommend him.

Dr. Benjamin is always personable and thoughtful and very much an expert.  He has been my eye doctor for many years.  Now that I am older I am very grateful that he is still my ophthalmologist. Everyone in the office is very helpful. I, of course, highly recommend Dr. Benjamin.

One of the things that sets the Benjamin Eye Institute apart from other ophthalmology practices is their team of experienced and highly trained surgeons. The surgeons at the Benjamin Eye Institute have performed thousands of cataract and LASIK surgeries, and have a wealth of experience in these procedures. They are committed to providing the best possible care for their patients and strive to achieve excellent outcomes.

No exaggeration, this was the best visit with any doctor I've ever had. The facility is very nice, the staff is exceptionally thorough, professional, and efficient and Dr Arthur had by far the best bed side manner I've ever encountered. I 100% recommend him and his team

My experience at Benjamin Eye Institute was exceptional.  I’m not sure if I’ve ever encountered such an efficient and professional staff in a doctor’s office.  The front desk was communicative and everyone up to the doctor was beyond detailed in their care.  I would recommend this place to anyone who has eye problems because they have the most advanced equipment and Dr. Benjamin is caring, thorough and knowledgeable.

Dr Benjamin and his staff are excellent! 3/5 members of my family are patients from senior to adult to teen. Great care and professionalism. Highly recommend!

Immediately after  cataract surgery, I can see my husband’s face accross the room for the first time in 40 years! No more glasses since childhood, both distance and close up. If you are thinking, should you spend the big bucks to see everything both near and far?  I can tell you it’s so worth it! Thank you Dr. Benjamin and all the wonderful people in your office! I appreciate your efficiency, attentiveness, professionalism and welcoming space! Please feel free to use me as a reference any time!

I can’t ever express my deep gratitude for Dr . Benjamin and his entire extraordinary team at the Benjamin Eye Institute.I was nervous as eyes are so sensitive,  but his incredibly kind receptionists and nurses make you feel at ease and diminish all fears right away . He offers impeccable medical knowledge and state of the art technology to heal . My son and I have both experienced his phenomenal treatment and have had all our eye issues resolved . I am so thankful and can’t recommend him and the Benjamin Eye Institute highly enough 🙏

Dr.Benjamin is the best of the best.Very personable, knowledgeable and kind.I had a stye and in a bad shape.He  took me right in.His staff polite , kind and very professional.Highly recommended.

My 18-year-old son has been under Dr. Benjamin's care, and we were truly impressed by the level of service we received at Benjamin Eye Institute. From the moment we stepped into the clinic, the staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating.Dr. Benjamin conducted a comprehensive eye exam for my son, and his expertise and professionalism were evident throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain everything clearly, making sure my son understood his eye health and any potential concerns. His patience and attentiveness were truly appreciated.We highly recommend Dr. Benjamin to anyone seeking exceptional eye care. He and his team exceeded our expectations, and we are grateful for the outstanding service we received. Thank you, Dr. Benjamin!

Dr Benjamin and Alba were great. He is very professional, kind and with clear explanations. I had an eyelid quick surgery and I’m just missing the glasses prescription, I left the office and forgot to ask for it. But he and his team were amazing!

I was referred to Dr. Benjamin from both my eye doctor and a very close friend of mine who also had her LASIK performed there. My experience was exceptional. Every single person that you meet in the office is a joy to work with. Whether it was the constant and clear communication, or the fact that they were always listening to feedback and answering my questions and concerns, they went out of their way to make me feel comfortable trusting my vision to them. They were very kind and never once pressured me into anything (including when I had to push my surgery back after I broke my leg).I would recommend this place to anyone who has eye problems because they have the most advanced equipment and Dr. Benjamin is caring, thorough and knowledgeable.

Top notch service and staff! By far the best experience I’ve had at a doctors office in 20 years. I wish every office was as well trained, friendly, and professional as Benjamin Eye Institute. Seriously if you have eye problems you won’t find a better doctor.

More than everything I value professional people. Dr. Arthur Benjamin is one of them. He is taking care of me and my husband for pretty long time. All I can say we are very thankful to the doctor and people who work as a team to make us healthy and happy !

LASIK Eye Surgery- The short is go see Dr. Benjamin!I visited Dr. Benjamin Eye Institute after deciding I wanted to learn more about Lasik eye surgery and what the process would look like. I stare at computer screens for very long periods of time so I was nervous to make this life change but ready to ditch my glasses for good! The entire team from day 1 of my consultation made me feel very comfortable. The office is clean the staff are extremely welcoming, friendly and all took the time to answer any questions I had about the procedure - which was very quick and painless the day of. They also have awesome social content for educational purposes and just to make you laugh!I am about a month post procedure and it has been life changing and a freedom restored. Your eyes are important so make sure you consult with the best.Thank you Dr. Benjamin and team!!!

Dr. Benjamin is an exceptional doctor and eye surgeon. He is innovative, and anticipates a patient’s needs. Above all Dr. Benjamin is kind and caring. My results are outstanding. I can thank him for changing my life. Thank you.

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