Blepharitis | Finch Avenue Optometry

Treating Inflammation at Its Source

Blepharitis has a unique relationship with dry eye. They can influence the development of each other, leading to dry, irritated eyes. No one wants to live with inflamed, uncomfortable eyes, no matter the severity of your blepharitis.

Visit Finch Avenue Optometry, and we can diagnose and treat blepharitis. We have soothing treatments ready to help you live more comfortably.

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What Is Blepharitis?

Blepharitis occurs when your eyelids become inflamed and cause red, burning, or itchy eyes. This condition occurs when the oil glands behind your eyelashes, the meibomian glands, experience inflammation. This inflammation can lead to several complications, including infection, dry eyes, or skin problems in the affected area.

You may experience several symptoms if you have blepharitis, including:

Watery eyes
Red eyes
Gritty or stinging eyes
Itchy eyelids
Swollen eyelids
Flaky skin around the eyes
Crusted eyelashes
Frequent blinking
Light sensitivity
Blurry vision

Blepharitis can be irritating and uncomfortable, but we have several treatments available to improve your symptoms.

Our Blepharitis Treatments

While there is no cure for blepharitis, we can help manage this condition. Treatment typically involves keeping the eyelids clean to reduce inflammation and prevent future build-up. We can even recommend ways to manage this condition at home with treatments like eyelid cleansers.

Our team will determine the best treatments for your needs during an eye exam. Our blepharitis treatments include ZEST blepharoexfoliation and BlephEx.

ZEST Blepharoexfoliation

We can significantly reduce or prevent symptoms with good eyelid hygiene. Our team uses the Zocular eyelid system treatment (ZEST) to exfoliate and clean your eyelids, treating blepharitis.

Using a microsponge applicator, we gently cleanse and exfoliate any dead cells or debris that can collect on the eyelid margins and contribute to irritation and inflammation.

BlephEx

BlephEx is an eyelid cleaning procedure for reducing irritation associated with dry eye and blepharitis. The process involves using a handheld sponge to gently clean excess bacteria, biofilm, and bacterial toxins.

Find the Right Treatment for You

Blepharitis can significantly affect your quality of life, but we have the tools to help improve your comfort. We can recommend soothing treatments with our knowledge of the ins and outs of this condition. Book an appointment at Finch Avenue Optometry, and we can help relieve itchy, inflamed eyelids.

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Our Location

Our clinic is right on the corner of Finch Avenue West and Endell Street. Convenient parking is available in our lot off Endell Street, right behind our office.

Our Address

244 Finch Avenue West
Toronto, ON M2R 1M7

Contact Information

Phone: 416-222-7788
Fax: 416-222-5370
Email: info@finchavenueoptometry.ca

Hours Of Operation

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

*Our operating hours may vary, and our office remains locked during regular business hours. All visits are currently by appointment only. Please refer to our Google business page for the updated information or contact us directly to schedule an appointment.

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