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Dr. Brian C. Salzano, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

<p>Dr. Brian Salzano is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist practicing in Caldwell, NJ. Dr. Salzano specializes in eye and vision care ranging from diagnosis and treatment of disease to prescribing eye glasses and contacts. Dr. Salzano graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and has been practicing for 13 years.</p>
22 years Experience
Dr. Brian C. Salzano, M.D.
  • Caldwell, NJ
  • UMDNJ
  • Accepting new patients

What procedure stops your eyes from watering too much?

Injections into the eye and laser surgery.

Is it bad to wear contacts everyday?

It is a personal preference, just make sure to keep your contact lenses clean and take out before bedtime

How do you get rid of conjunctivitis?

See an ophthalmologist to be properly diagnosed and given medication to treat it.

How can I moisten my eyes naturally?

Refresh - preservative free drops

Should I wear my glasses all the time if I'm farsighted?

It all depends on the degree of farsightedness. If you just need them to read and distance vision is okay, then no.

How can I hydrate my eyes?

Use lubricating eye drops (refresh or systane) 4 times daily

How many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?

One day of rest is all that is needed.

How do you stop having watery eyes?

There are several reasons that you could be having watery eyes. You should see an ophthalmologist to determine if it is from irritation, lack of draining or position of the eye. READ MORE
There are several reasons that you could be having watery eyes. You should see an ophthalmologist to determine if it is from irritation, lack of draining or position of the eye.

What is the right age for Lasik eye surgery?

Typically, patients are 25-40 years old

How do I get my contacts out without touching my eyes?

You have to position your index finger and thumb over the contact lens and pull in a quick swift motion. Use your ring finger to hold your bottom lid open while using your middle READ MORE
You have to position your index finger and thumb over the contact lens and pull in a quick swift motion. Use your ring finger to hold your bottom lid open while using your middle finger to hold open your eye lashes (lid )

Are lenses better than glasses?

It is a personal preference. Contact lenses are needed to be kept clean and taken out as directed as to avoid eye irritation.

Why shouldn't you shower with contacts?

You shouldn't shower with contact lenses to avoid any irritation from shampoo or face wash getting into your eyes.

What are the treatment options for diabetic retinopathy?

The treatment options are blood sugar control, injections into the eye, and laser treatments.

Do I need to see a doctor with conjunctivitis?

Typically, yes you need to see a doctor so that it can be properly diagnosed

What are the treatment options for myopia?

The main treatments for myopia are glasses, contacts, and laser correction surgery.

Will lasik eye surgery make my vision perfect?

Lasik surgery does not make your vision perfect, however, it does make you see 20/20.