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These days, our lives revolve around screens, phones, laptops, tablets and TV's. They help us stay connected but are silently altering our eyes' functions. Most people suffer from blurriness, dryness and irritation to the eyes. Dry eyes from screens often worsen at the end of the day. Most people do not realize that excessive screen use is a major cause of dry eyes. This condition is closely associated with digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome. It is becoming more c

Do your eyes feel dry, burning, or blurry even after using eye drops? This is often not just dryness, it can be a condition called Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), one of the most common hidden causes of dry eye. Understanding this condition is the first step toward real, long-term relief and protecting your vision before symptoms become worse. At Refine Dry Eye, we believe that understanding the root cause is the first step toward protecting long-term eye health. Whether y

When individuals have irritation in their eyes, they often think it is due to allergies, screen use, or dry air. Not all individuals believe that there can be microscopic mites in their eyelashes. This is the case with Demodex blepharitis. What is Demodex Blepharitis? Demodex blepharitis is the inflammation of the eyelid margins caused by microscopic mites. Can You See The Mites That Cause Demodex Blepharitis? These mites are only visible under a microscope. They usually live

Table of Contents What is Dry Eye Disease? Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease Causes of Dry Eye Disease Advanced Dry Eye Treatments Why Prevention is Key for Managing Dry Eye Symptoms The Three Layers of the Tear Film Producing Less Tears with Older Age Start Your Dry Eye Relief Journey What is Dry Eye Disease? Dry eye disease occurs when your eyes are unable to produce enough tears or the right quality of tears to stay properly lubricated. This common condition can lead to irritati

You probably know the drill: every now and then, you get a notice to get an eye exam. You may procrastinate, "my eyes are fine," you think, "why bother?" The truth is this: regular eye exams are about a whole lot more than getting a check on whether your prescription has changed. They're a basis of lifetime eye health, detecting issues at their earliest point, and preserving clear, comfortable vision far into old age. At Refine Optometry in Palo Alto, we see every day how reg