Improving Dry Eye Diagnosis with the Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer (BOSA)

Dry eye is more than just a mild inconvenience—it’s a chronic condition that can significantly impact your comfort and vision. At Maple Eyecare, we’re proud to offer advanced diagnostic technology to better understand and treat dry eye syndrome. One of the tools enhancing our approach is the Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer (BOSA)—a powerful, non-invasive device that helps us get to the root of your symptoms and provide targeted relief.
 

What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the quality of your tears is poor. This can lead to symptoms such as:

• Burning or stinging sensations

• Redness and irritation

• Blurred vision

• Sensitivity to light

• A gritty or sandy feeling in the eyes
   

The condition can range from occasional discomfort to chronic and persistent issues that interfere with daily activities like reading, driving, or working at a computer.
 

Why Is Dry Eye So Common?

Williston residents are no strangers to dry eye. The region’s seasonal changes, dry indoor heating in winter, and outdoor environmental allergens all contribute to the high prevalence of dry eye symptoms. Another major contributor is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)—a leading cause of evaporative dry eye. The meibomian glands are responsible for producing the oily layer of your tear film. When these glands become blocked or don’t function properly, your tears evaporate too quickly, leaving your eyes dry and irritated. MGD is increasingly common in both older adults and individuals who spend long hours in front of screens.
 

How the Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer Enhances Diagnosis

The Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer (BOSA) is an advanced diagnostic device that allows us to take a deeper, more detailed look at the structure and function of your ocular surface and tear film. This level of precision helps us identify the underlying causes of dry eye with greater accuracy than traditional methods.
 

One of BOSA’s key features is non-invasive meibography, which captures high-resolution images of the meibomian glands. These images help us assess whether your glands are blocked or show signs of atrophy—both of which are common in patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD). In addition, BOSA performs tear film analysis to measure how quickly your tears break up and evaluates overall tear quality, providing insight into whether your dry eye is due to tear evaporation or insufficient production.
 

Another valuable tool within BOSA is its infrared imaging capability. This allows us to detect subtle inflammation or dysfunction that may not be visible during a standard eye exam. By combining these technologies, BOSA helps us pinpoint the specific cause of your dry eye symptoms.
 

With a more accurate diagnosis, we can customize your treatment plan to address your individual needs—whether that involves in-office therapies, specialized eye drops, or techniques to express and restore function to your meibomian glands.
 

Personalized Dry Eye Care at Maple Eyecare

Our mission is to combine personalized service with cutting-edge technology. By incorporating the Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer into our diagnostic process, we can detect issues earlier, intervene more effectively, and provide lasting relief for our patients.
 

If you’ve been dealing with dry, irritated eyes, it’s time to get to the root of the issue. At Maple Eyecare, we provide the highest level of care with innovative tools like the Bruder Ocular Surface Analyzer. Visit our office in Williston, Vermont, or call (802) 862-1947 to schedule your dry eye evaluation today.