Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that affects millions of people, causing discomfort and vision problems. We provide comprehensive assessments and treatments to help you manage and alleviate your symptoms of dry eye and find relief, ensuring you receive the best possible care for your eyes.
What is dry eye syndrome?
Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears, your tears are of low quality and tend to evaporate too quickly, or aren’t distributed well across your eye’s surface. This leads to dryness, irritation, and inflammation of the eye’s surface. Common causes of a lower-quality tear film include aging, hormonal changes, environmental factors, prolonged screen use, some medications, and underlying health conditions.
Common symptoms
Symptoms of dry eye can vary but often include:
- A stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in your eyes
- Sensitivity to light
- Redness in the eyes
- A feeling of having something in your eyes
- Difficulty wearing contact lenses
- Blurred vision or eye fatigue.
If you experience any of these symptoms, we recommend you seek medical advice to prevent further complications.
Treatment options
There are several treatment options available for managing dry eye syndrome, ranging from lifestyle changes to medical interventions. We offer a variety of treatments tailored to your specific needs, including:
- Over-the-counter and prescription eye drops which can help lubricate your eyes and reduce inflammation
- Punctal plugs which are tiny devices inserted into the tear ducts to help retain moisture on the eye’s surface
- Meibomian gland expression which helps clear blocked oil glands in the eyelids
- Specialty scleral contact lenses which provide relief for severe dry eye by creating a moist environment over the cornea.
Our dry eye assessment
Our comprehensive dry eye assessment involves several steps to accurately diagnose and understand the severity of your condition. Here’s what you can expect during your visit:
- Symptom and lifestyle assessment – We’ll discuss your symptoms and lifestyle factors such as air conditioning and pollution, that may contribute to dry eye.
- Visual examination – We’ll evaluate the subjective and objective visual findings, to build a clearer picture of your symptoms.
- Slit lamp examination – This includes a detailed examination of your eyelids, lashes, lid margins, meibomian glands, and cornea to identify potential causes of dry eye.
- Discussion and treatment plan – After the assessment, we’ll discuss the best treatment options also taking into account your lifestyle. We’ll also establish a follow-up plan to monitor your progress.
Schedule your appointment today
If you are experiencing dry eye symptoms, contact us to discuss your treatment options or schedule an appointment. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care to support your optimal vision and help you manage and alleviate dry eye symptoms quickly and effectively.
