DR. WILLIAM J BENJAMIN, O.D.
Optometry at University Blvd, Birmingham, AL
License number
Alabama R103-TA-336
Category
Optometry
Type
Optometrist
Address
Address
1716 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
Phone
(205) 975-2020
(205) 934-6755 (Fax)
(205) 934-6755 (Fax)
Personal information
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Address
Phone
937 Tulip Poplar Ln, Hoover, AL 35244
732 47Th Way S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Professional information
William J Benjamin, Birmingham AL - OD (Doctor of Optometry)
Specialties:
Optometry
Address:
UAB Eye Care
1716 University Blvd, Birmingham 35233
(205) 975-2020 (Phone), (205) 934-6755 (Fax)
1716 University Blvd, Birmingham 35233
(205) 975-2020 (Phone), (205) 934-6755 (Fax)
Languages:
English
Conjunctival Inserts For Topical Delivery Of Medication Or Lubrication
US Patent:
6217896, Apr 17, 2001
Filed:
Apr 1, 1999
Appl. No.:
9/283957
Inventors:
William J. Benjamin - Birmingham AL
Assignee:
UAB Research Foundation - Birmingham AL
International Classification:
A61F 214, A61F 216
US Classification:
424427
Abstract:
The present invention provides an improved conjunctival insert for topical delivery of medication or lubrication into the conjunctival spaces and upon the ocular surface of human eye. Specifically, three physical designs are provided, differing by size, named "Large", "Medium" and "Small". Also provided are methods of treating ocular maladies and of lubricating or moisturizing a dry eye using the disclosed conjunctival inserts. Such inserts can also be used for veterinary practices in the cases of primates and quadrupeds.