Advanced Treatment for Dry Eye
Dry eye can be temporary or chronic. The result of inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction, decreased tear production, or increased tear evaporation – or a combination of these conditions.
Untreated dry eye can cause a variety of complications, including:
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Effective treatment begins with a dry eye consultation and evaluation. The causes of dry eye are often complex and multifaceted. Our doctors can diagnose the specific cause of your dry eye, and then tailor an individualized treatment plan to help optimize results and increase comfort.
CAUSE OF DRY EYE
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
Decreased Tear Production
Increased Tear Evaporation
Effective treatment includes an individualized plan based on your diagnosis and severity of your dry eye condition to add tears, conserve tears, or increase tear production. We offer treatment with no side effects, lasting benefits, and immediate relief.
Our doctors are accepting new patients and no referral is necessary
CAUSE OF DRY EYE
- Surface inflammation of the eye
- Prolonged screen time
- Dry climates
- Frequent and prolonged reading
- Tear instability
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
- The blockage or other abnormality of the meibomian glands, impeding the secretion of oil into the tears.
Decreased Tear Production
- Aging
- Corneal nerve desensitivity caused by contact lens wear
- Medical conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome, allergic eye disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and thyroid disorders
- Medications such as hormone replacement therapy, anti-depressants, birth control, drugs for high blood pressure, and decongestants
Increased Tear Evaporation
- Blepharitis
- Blinking less often
- Eyelid problems (ectropion / entropion)
- Eye allergies
- Preservatives in topical eyedrops
Effective treatment includes an individualized plan based on your diagnosis and severity of your dry eye condition to add tears, conserve tears, or increase tear production. We offer treatment with no side effects, lasting benefits, and immediate relief.
Our doctors are accepting new patients and no referral is necessary