Published: 22 October 2018

Introducing Lumify, the First FDA-approved drop for ocular redness relief!

By: Dr. Belinda Dobson and Dr. Abby Zike 

Red eyes got you down? Red eyes are a very common concern that brings patients in to Eye Care Center in College Station. Occasional red eyes can be caused from inflammation of almost any part of the eye. Some of the most common culprits are dry eye, too much screen time, seasonal allergies, not enough sleep, and even alcohol.

We have some exciting news. If you suffer from occasional red eyes, we have a great new product for you! Lumify is the first FDA approved drop in relieving ocular redness. It works in as little as A MINUTE, and lasts up to 8 hours!!

How does Lumify work differently from other drops?

Lumify is the first FDA approved drop to get the redness out safely. It selectively targets redness, while maintaining good blood flow and oxygen to the eye. Lumify also eliminates many of the negative side effects that occur with many other redness reliever drops, such as: rebound dilation and loss of effectivenss over time. 

Can I use Lumify if I wear contacts? 

Yes! You can use Lumify if you wear contacts. You will just need to put Lumify in first, wait at least 10 minutes and then you can put your contacts in like normal! It should not be used while a contact lens is in place.

Can I use it with other eye drops? 

YES! As long as you wait 10 minutes in between eye drops, Lumify can be used with other eye drops. 

Who is Lumify for? 

Anyone over the age of 5 who suffers from occasional red eyes due to mild irritation. 

If you suffer from occasional or mild to moderate red eyes, head over to Eye Care Center in College Station. Dr. Dobson and Dr. Zike will determine where your redness is coming from, and will work to treat the underlying cause, but Lumify is a great option for quick relief! It works almost instantly in relieving red eyes. Dr. Dobson and Dr. Zike agree that having Lumify as a tool to treat red eyes has been a great addition for our patients. Come see what Lumify can do for you!

Published: 18 October 2018

Are your sinuses making it tough to wear glasses!? We’ve all been there, your sinuses are on fire and those glasses are heavy and pressing right where it’s burning. Sinus pressure is no joke, and sometimes it’s hard to tell if that pressure is coming from your eyes, or the sinuses that surround our eye. More often than not, it is coming from the sinuses around your eye. It is rare to actually feel pressure that is stemming from the eye itself.

No matter the cause, it can make wearing anything on that already sensitive area feel almost impossible. If your glasses are digging into your nose, or feel like they are making an already crummy situation worse, look no further. We would love to help you update to a lighter and more comfortable frame... say a lovely MODO frame for example?! OR sometimes just a simple tune and adjustment of your current frame can help take some of that pressure off your face!

Chances are if you’re struggling from sinus pressure, you may also be struggling with dryness to the surface of your eyes. Several medications used for sinus issues can actually make dry eyes worse. While it’s great when they dry your sinuses up, it’s not so great when they also dry your eyes out!

You may need some additional dry eye treatment during this time when you’re taking sinus medication. Either way, if you’re struggling with sensitivity to the weight of your glasses, or problems with some seasonal dryness… head over to Eye Care Center in College Station and let us help you! It’s 2018 peeps, no need to suffer from uncomfortable frames or struggle with seasonal dryness!