Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates
Laser Vision Correction, Dry Eye Treatment, Cataract Surgery,
Contact Lenses & General Eyecare
Everyone’s eyes occasionally feel dry or tired, but for individuals with dry eye disease, the symptoms occur repeatedly, day in and day out. Over time, the discomfort of dry eyes can take a toll on vision, mood and quality of life. Here, Dr. Ernest Kornmehl shares some facts that doctors want you to know about… Read the full article
Intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment is perhaps best known for treating dermatological conditions like rosacea, visible veins and wrinkles. Ophthalmologists use the light therapy to soothe the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye disease. In Dr. Ernest Kornmehl’s practice, many of our dry eye patients are able to take back control of daily life thanks to… Read the full article
Getting to the root of dry eye problems is imperative to achieving relief from the uncomfortable symptoms. However, the causes of dry eyes are wide-ranging. If you do not know for sure what is causing your dry eye, read on as Dr. Ernest Kornmehl reveals five possible culprits.
Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a drop-free, drug-free treatment that is slowly becoming a mainstay in the management of dry eye disease. Since it is relatively new compared to other accepted treatment modalities, you might have some questions about it. Read on as Dr. Ernest Kornmehl of Kornmehl Laser Eye Associates answers common questions about… Read the full article
LipiFlow is a revolutionary treatment that addresses one of the causes of dry eye disease, instead of merely treating the symptoms. In less than 15 minutes, the in-office treatment gets to the root of what causes most dry eye cases — and provides lasting relief. Leading Boston LipiFlow provider and ophthalmologist Ernest Kornmehl explains the… Read the full article
Dry eye syndrome occurs for two reasons: either you do not produce enough tears to keep your eyes properly lubricated, or the tears you do produce are poor-quality. The most universal symptoms of dry eye are a dry sensation in the eyes and eyes that feel scratchy, burn or itch. However, the symptoms of dry… Read the full article
occurs when the eyes lack the lubrication they need, due to a problem with either the quantity or quality of the tears or excessive evaporation of tears. While the most common symptoms of dry eye are chronically dry, irritated eyes, the condition can also take a toll on visual clarity. Read on as Dr. Ernest Kornmehl describes… Read the full article
Dry eye is a chronic condition that affects millions of Americans. Someone with dry eye either does not produce enough tears to keep the eyes properly moisturized, or produces tears that are of poor quality and cannot sufficiently lubricate the eyes. Those experiencing symptoms of dry eye (e.g., itchy, irritated eyes; sensitivity to light; general discomfort)… Read the full article
Millions of people all over the world suffer from eye irritation and pain as a result of a condition known as dry eye syndrome. Dry eyes can feel scratchy, cause sensitivity to light and make it difficult to wear contact lenses. After a while, these symptoms may start to interfere with daily life. And if left… Read the full article
Everyone’s eyes occasionally feel dry or itchy. However, these symptoms can intensify in the winter, when bitingly cold temperatures, wind and high thermostats aggravate eyes even further. If dry eyes are bothering you, don’t wait for symptoms to subside on their own. Here, Boston LASIK surgeon Ernest Kornmehl shares his best tips for relieving dry winter eyes. Don’t Overdo… Read the full article