Cornea
Diagnosis & Treatment Options
Dry eye syndrome is a condition that affects millions of people around the world, especially in dryer environments like Colorado. It is more common in women and can worsen with age. Dry eye can range from a mild condition to a debilitating vision-threatening condition.
Dry eye can be associated with autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and Sjogren’s syndrome. Hormonal changes in a menopausal woman can induce dry eyes. Computer use can worsen symptoms because we all blink much less when we are concentrating on the computer or reading. Other causes of dry eye include contact lenses, allergies, heating, air-conditioning, air pollution, cigarette smoking, Bell’s palsy, infections like ocular shingles and medications.
Slit-lamp microscopy and special corneal stains are used to help make the diagnosis. Patient history is very helpful. Sometimes topographical maps provide useful information regarding the cornea, which can help make the diagnosis. Our doctors at Denver Eye Surgeons have all the advanced diagnostic equipment that is necessary to make the diagnosis.
The most common treatment for dry eyes is artificial teardrops. The frequency of use and the type of teardrop that will be recommended to you depends upon the severity of the dry eyes.
Restasis was the first medication made to increase tear production and reduce inflammation, and help treat dry eyes. Since then, Xiidra has also become FDA approved for the treatment of dry eyes. Most patients on Restasis or Xiidra show a significant improvement in the symptoms.
Punctum plugs are often used to treat dry eyes. These plugs are easily placed at the clinic in the opening to the lacrimal duct. This blocks the flow of tears into this drainage, which leads to increased tear retention on the surface of the cornea. This is a reversible treatment. Oral and dietary nutrients such as omega 3 fatty acids from fish and flaxseed have been proven to be very helpful in treating dry eyes. Other effective treatments include serum eye drops and amniotic membranes.
Denver Eye Surgeons has been treating cornea related issues successfully for over 40 years!
The female surgeon I saw was very professional and gave me information about my eye that should have been given at my last visit about a spot on back of my eye. She was informative and thorough.
The staff and the doctor I saw for my upcoming cataract surgery was fantastic they were polite courteous and answered every question that I had I'm getting my first cataract surgery done next month
I recently saw Claire Purser, OD and Kassidy Campton, contac lens technician at Denver Eye Surgeons. They were both professional, knowledgeable and personable. Took time to answer all questions. The entire staff at the office deserve 5 star ratings.
I want to commend Kayla M. for her care and understanding with patients during check in. She is always cheerful and calm, never rushing anyone. A true professional!
They have taken excellent care of our eyes for years! I am confident they know what they are doing. The appointments are easy to schedule and there are plenty of comfortable chairs to wait for your appointment. The waiting time is brief. We are always satisfied!
Incredible customer service!!! Everyone was engaging, kind, supportive and professional ~all the way from the front desk, visit, exit. Dr Noguchi was excellent- bedside manner, medical intervention, demeanor. He is a world class physician and a classy gentleman. Thank you all for treating me like family
Tania was very nice and personable. She answered all my questions. Very very friendly! Dr. Costin was also very personable and good.
Tania came in to the exam room to perform the pre appointment examination before meeting with Dr. Purser. Tania was very thorough, professional and personable. A very good experience.
I was so impressed by your staff. One person really went out of her way, Tonia. Very helpful and kind. She has great patient care ethics. Great job team.
Everyone was wonderful and explained everything very thoroughly, including billing. Both office staff and doctors were great! I had a past retinal detachment and they treated it very seriously.
Kassidy did a fantastic job fitting me for my contacts. She was very patient and friendly and I am seeing great in my new monovision set up. Thanks Kassidy!
Great experience with Kassidy after cataract surgery for contact lens fitting. She explains everything in layman’s terms that make it easy to understand what I am experiencing very easy to understand. Thank you Kassidy.
Dr Costin was amazing. She is highly professional, very honest, and would recommend her to anyone. In fact, the entire staff was amazing.
Dr Crosby, her Tech and her assistant... First Dr Crosby's tech. I was so pleased with her. She did the exam and front end of my appointment. She was very detailed and thorough, as well as kind. The best I have had in many years of exams. Dr Crosby was new for me after my prior Dr left. Much better manner then the prior Dr. She answered all my questions and was very thorough and kind as well. Her assistant was very helpful, and I suspect the employee who helped me with a lost prescription. To conclude, a happy experience!
Able to see me quickly for an eye infection and staff very friendly including Joanna and Dr Crosby!
Thank you Kassidy for the contact fitting after cataract surgery. I know the second eye will be just as great a fitting!
Chi checked me in before I was seen by the doctor. Chi was very nice, pleasant and very patient with me when setting me up with my exams. Chi is very customer service oriented she’s a keeper in my books.
On the 13th of March 2026 I went in for a problem that had been increasing over time. The doctors assistant was attentive, professional and cheerful. Much appreciated. I was lucky to get Ophthalmologist Jonathan Noguchi, M.D.. He was professional, likeable and was calm during my apprehension. He identified my problem and explained what it was and how he could solve it. This procedure was to remove enflamed and plugged tear ducts and he had to insert a needle in 3 different places on both eyes, and I mean next to the eye to numb these spots. Then he simply removed the inflammation with small scissors. I would recommend this doctor. He was easy to like, knew what he was doing and he got right on it and had me going out the door lickety split..Thanks doc. I look and feel much better!
I went in for an appointment on Friday. I was greeted by Kayla. She is amazing and very helpful and friendly. Thank you for all your help Kayla💯❗
As stressful as eye appointments can be. This place eased all my worries! Samantha G at the front desk is the absolute best. She is patient and worked with me to ensure I was seen and taken care of!!! Thank you to your entire team!!
Chi was very knowledgeable and professional. She should go back to school! Dr. Crosby was amazing as well. I love going to DES and have been going to them for years. Would recommend.
Samantha G was very friendly and accommodating with the Dr's schedule and got me an appointment that was more convenient for me!!
Had a routine eye exam with Dr. Crosby and was seen by Manuel beforehand. Both were great; I would highly recommend this office!
Denver Eye has amazing physicians and staff! Everyone is so attentive and the whole process during the visit was very efficient. I would highly recommend them for your eye care needs.
