Prescription Glasses, BOTOX® Cosmetic, and More in New York City and Long Island

In addition to providing advanced treatments such as glaucoma laser surgery, glaucoma implants surgery, and cataracts surgery, Dr. Lawrence F. Jindra's office provides a number of services to improve vision and appearance, including dry eye treatment, prescription eye glasses, and BOTOX® Cosmetic. Our New York City/Long Island-area practice is dedicated to providing personal care tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

• BOTOX® Cosmetic
• Dry Eye Treatment
• Prescription Eye Glasses

 

BOTOX® Cosmetic

Forehead frown lines and crow's feet wrinkles around the eyes are due in large part to overactivity of facial muscles. The constant use of the muscles in the forehead, brow, and eye areas can result in deep creases and wrinkles. BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments, offered at our Long Island office, serving all of New York City, can significantly reduce or eliminate many of these creases and wrinkles, creating a more youthful, smooth, and refreshed appearance.

How BOTOX® Cosmetic Works

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a therapeutic muscle-relaxing agent that blocks the release of acetylcholine from the nerve endings. When targeted for specific facial muscles, BOTOX® Cosmetic injections allow the overactive facial muscles to relax. Forehead frown lines, laugh lines, or wrinkles around the eyes disappear, providing incredibly natural-looking and beautiful results. This popular treatment is an ideal option for most patients interested in facial rejuvenation. During your BOTOX® Cosmetic consultation at our Long Island/New York City-area practice, Dr. Jindra can determine if this procedure is appropriate for you.

The BOTOX® Cosmetic Procedure

BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments require no anesthesia, though some patients may request a cold compress or anesthetic cream to numb the area prior to a BOTOX® Cosmetic injection. Because BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment takes only a few minutes and is associated with minimal side effects or downtime, it is an extremely convenient and effective option for many patients. Typically, results of BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment are evident two to seven days following the procedure and last up to several months before maintenance treatments are needed. For more information on BOTOX® Cosmetic in the New York City area, contact our Long Island office today.

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Dry Eye Treatment

The human eye is lubricated by two kinds of tears produced by tear glands in the upper and lower eyelid: constant tears, which are continuously formed to lubricate the eye and contain natural antibiotics; and reflex tears, which are produced in response to irritation, injury, or emotion and help rinse the ocular surface. A balance is necessary between the two types of tears to ensure that your eyes are comfortable and protected.

Unfortunately, more than 10 million Americans suffer from dry eyes, a condition caused by an imbalance in the tear system which can result from a number of factors, including age, contact lenses, medication, the environment, and even arthritis. Common symptoms of dry eyes include itching, burning, irritation, redness, blurred vision, and excessive watering.

Dr. Jindra offers a number of treatments to deal with dry eyes, including Restatis therapy, artificial tears, and punctual plugs. He can determine which treatment is best for you. For more information on dry eye treatment, as well as prescription glasses and BOTOX® Cosmetic in New York City, contact our Long Island office today.

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Prescription Eye Glasses

To add to the convenience of our Floral Park ophthalmology practice, serving all of New York City and Long Island, Dr. Mark S. Vogel serves as our on-site optometrist. Dr. Vogel graduated from high school at the age of 15 and continued on to the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He has been in the private practice of optometry for almost 30 years and he treats patients of all age ranges, including children.

Dr. Vogel is a member of the American Academy of Optometry, the American Optometric Association, and the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Fraternity. He is the recipient of the prestigious Optometric Recognition Award and also contributes his time at the Veterans' Affairs Medical Center Hospital in Northport.

Amidst Dr. Vogel's busy schedule, he allocates time to Dr. Jindra's office. Dr. Vogel does not treat patients for low vision, but his specialties do include contact lenses, vision therapy, and ocular pathology. Dr. Vogel's welcoming smile and dedication to high-quality patient care make him a vital asset to Dr. Jindra's office.

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To learn more about prescription glasses, dry eye treatments, and BOTOX® Cosmetic in Long Island, contact our New York City area ophthalmology center today.