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Dry Eyes Need Special Artificial Tears

Posting Date: 07/18/2001

Jeffrey Gilbard was working on a summer research project. At that time, experts believed that dry eyes were caused by dry spots on the surface of the eye. But this theory didn't explain the condition, since half the patients with the problem didn't have dry spots.

Gilbard's realization was that highly concentrated tears actually pull water out of the surface of the eye. The artificial tears then in use didn't address this problem.

What was needed were less concentrated artificial tears that could still supply the essential minerals for cells on the eye surface. For the next 20 years, ophthalmologist Jeffrey Gilbard worked to perfect "TheraTears." This artificial tear solution is low in concentration so that water moves back into the eye, relieving symptoms and restoring balance.

Millions of people suffering from dry eyes, including some who have undergone laser eye surgery to improve their vision, can be grateful for Dr. Gilbard's eureka moment and his patience and persistence in developing this simple but helpful product.