Dr. Brian C Salzano M.D.
Ophthalmologist
526 Bloomfield Avenue 203 Caldwell NJ, 07006Rating
5/5
About
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.
Education and Training
UMDNJ MD 2002
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
Provider Details
Dr. Brian C Salzano M.D.'s Expert Contributions
What procedure stops your eyes from watering too much?
Injections into the eye and laser surgery. READ MORE
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 READ MORE
How do you get rid of conjunctivitis?
See an ophthalmologist to be properly diagnosed and given medication to treat it. READ MORE
How can I moisten my eyes naturally?
Refresh - preservative free drops READ MORE
How often should you use eye drops for dry eyes?
4 times a day READ MORE
How much does vision correction surgery cost?
$3500 -$5000 READ MORE
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. READ MORE
How can I hydrate my eyes?
Use lubricating eye drops (refresh or systane) 4 times daily READ MORE
How many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?
One day of rest is all that is needed. READ MORE
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
What is the right age for Lasik eye surgery?
Typically, patients are 25-40 years old READ MORE
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 finger to hold open your eye lashes (lid ) READ MORE
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. READ MORE
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. READ MORE
How long does laser eye surgery last?
Around 7 - 10 years READ MORE
What are the treatment options for diabetic retinopathy?
The treatment options are blood sugar control, injections into the eye, and laser treatments. READ MORE
Do I need to see a doctor with conjunctivitis?
Typically, yes you need to see a doctor so that it can be properly diagnosed READ MORE
How long does it take for pink eye to go away?
Usually one week READ MORE
What are the treatment options for myopia?
The main treatments for myopia are glasses, contacts, and laser correction surgery. READ MORE
Will lasik eye surgery make my vision perfect?
Lasik surgery does not make your vision perfect, however, it does make you see 20/20. READ MORE
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