“People suffering with watery eyes, could be suffering from what is known as dry eye syndrome,” said Neeru Korpal, the Owner of EyeSmile. “One in five people suffer from this eye condition that is often caused by environmental factors. It is important to visit an optician each year for a dry eye assessment. The earlier this condition is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat. If ignored, it can become worse and be harder to treat in the long run.”

People that suffer from watering, blurred vision, redness, itching, a gritty sensation, pain and light sensitivity, could be suffering from dry eye syndrome. Recently studies in mouse studies have also identified potential targets for treating dry eye syndrome. It was noted that people with this eye condition are at a higher risk of suffering cornea injuries, another reason to book your dry eye assessments Twickenham with EyeSmile.

Scientists studied mice and found proteins made of stem cells that regenerate,the cornea, that could now be used to treat and prevent the risk of injury. Dry eye syndrome is when the eye cannot provide enough lubrication using natural tears. It is a very common disorder, resulting in many using over the counter eye drops to try and keep their eyes lubricated. When the eye is dry, the cornea is at a higher risk of injury.

The medications prescribed only work in up to fifteen percent of patients suffering from this eye condition. The study conducted on mice focused on the genes that are essential to eye health. The team identified possible targets to treat the condition. Millions of people throughout the world endure eye pain and blurred vision due to dry eye syndrome.

EyeSmile is a family owned and operated practice that provides personalised and professional optical, dental and facial services. They provide world class solutions from their Whitton practice, open six days a week for convenience. The practice offers the added benefit of an online booking form, saving patients time and energy when it comes to booking their eye, face or dental appointment.

The practice provides dry eye assessments to patients in Twickenham with a short three mile journey to have their eyes tested and assessed by the expert team of opticians.

About Us:

Eye Smile is a family owned and operated surgery that provides patients with professional and personalised optical, dental and facial services. This Whitton, United Kingdom based surgery is backed by years of experience. The doors opened in 2009 when Neeru and Vineet Korpal invested heavily to create a comfortable and relaxed surgery that offers a complete range of services under one roof. Eye Smile relies on the latest technologies and treatments to provide the best cosmetic and emergency dentistry, optical services and facial solutions, helping to remove the signs of ageing and improve appearance, helping to boost confidence. Find out more at https://www.eyesmile.com/.