The first generation of available artificial tears were just simple lubricants. The second generation added hyaluronate for staying power. Then in the third generation, ingredients were added to help with the ocular surface, either adding a lipid, or an osmoprotectant, such as the trehalose in Thealoz® Duo. And Thealoz® Duo is preservative free, making it unique compared to the competitors.
Watch below as Dr Clara Chan discusses this evolution of artificial tears.
These are exciting times for those of us who treat dry eye disease. We are experiencing a dramatic shift in our understanding of the structure of tears and their role in the maintenance of the ocular ecosystem. In this presentation a leading expert reviews the latest insights into the development of artificial tears to manage this commonly seen condition.
The Evolution of Artificial Tears
This presentation on the modern management of dry eye disease and blepharitis was made by Clara C. Chan, MD, FRCSC, FACS, Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, on July 14th 2021.
Watch the full webinar below.
Relieve dry eyes with the bioprotection and osmoregulation of Thealoz® Duo. Preservative- and phosphate-free, Thealoz® Duo is a unique dry eye treatment that restores the eye’s normal environment by combining the bioprotective properties of trehalose and the moisturizing effect of sodium hyaluronate.
