Applying drops for dry eyes: how often and how to do it right?
Dry eyes are one of the most common eye complaints in the Netherlands, especially among people over 50. Artificial tears or other lubricating drops can provide relief, but only if you apply them regularly and in the right way. Applying too few drops doesn't help, too many may not be good either, and poor technique means the drop ends up beside the eye. In this article you'll read how to go about it smartly and how the Oculoo eye drop glasses help you do so.
What are dry eyes and what causes them?
Dry eyes occur when the tear film on the eye is too thin, evaporates too quickly or is of insufficient quality. The tear film consists of three layers and each layer plays a role in keeping the eye surface moist. Disruptions can be caused by screen work, air conditioning, ageing, hormonal changes, medication or certain eye conditions. The symptoms are burning or itching eyes, a gritty sensation, blurred vision or, conversely, excessive watering as compensation.
How often should you apply drops for dry eyes?
How often you apply drops depends on the severity of your complaints and the advice of your ophthalmologist or pharmacist. For mild complaints, two to four times a day is sufficient. For moderate to severe dry eyes this can rise to six times a day or more. Artificial tears without preservatives, often in minim form, are suitable for frequent use. Artificial tears with preservatives are not recommended more than four times a day because of possible irritation.
How do you apply drops correctly for dry eyes?
Wash your hands before applying drops. Gently pull down the lower eyelid, look up and let a drop fall into the pocket. Then calmly close your eye and move your eyeball back and forth for a moment so the drop spreads properly. Do not press on the tear duct, as this is not necessary with artificial tears and is sometimes even undesirable. If you use several types of drops, wait five minutes between each application.
How do the Oculoo eye drop glasses help with dry eyes?
With dry eyes you apply drops several times a day. Every time the drop has to hit the target. The Oculoo eye drop glasses make this easy: the glasses position the eye and guide the bottle so you no longer have to miss. That saves frustration and wasted drops, and ensures you apply drops more often and more consistently, which increases effectiveness.
Do you use artificial tears in minim form? Then the Oculoo Minim is the right choice. Specially for the small single-use bottles.
Practical information
The Oculoo eye drop glasses are available for 21.95 euros. Available through pharmacies and eye clinics or can be ordered directly.
Conclusion
Dry eyes require a consistent approach. With the Oculoo eye drop glasses you apply drops correctly and effortlessly every time, even if you do so several times a day. Ask about them at your pharmacy.
See the solution for easier eye drop application
Do you regularly use drops for dry eyes? The Oculoo eye drop glasses help you apply your drops calmly, correctly and independently.
