Dry Eye Therapy

FIND RELIEF FROM DRY EYES

Do your eyes ever feel like they’re on fire? If so, you might be experiencing dry eye disease. Dry eye can occur when your eyes don’t produce enough lubrication or when your tears evaporate too quickly.

At C U Tomorrow Eyecare, we offer personalized eye exams to determine the cause of your dry eyes and recommend treatment options.

WHAT’S CAUSING MY DRY EYES?

Dry eyes is a common issue for up to 49 million Americans. This chronic condition can have a significant impact on your quality of life, causing a foreign body sensation in your eyes, pain, blurry vision, and dry or watery eyes. Untreated, it can even lead to further eye health complications. They occur when there’s a problem with the tears that coat your eyes with each blink. Tears lubricate and help keep eyes healthy and clean. People with dry eyes may not have enough tears or their tear quality may be poor.

One of the most common causes of dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, can occur when the glands that produce oil for your tears become clogged or damaged.

Factors like dry and windy weather, hormonal changes, medications, medical conditions, and genetics can all contribute to dry eyes.

WHO IS AT RISK:

  • People age 50 and older

  • Pregnancy, menopause, or oral contraceptives can lead to dry eyes

  • Using antihistamines, decongestants, blood pressure medications, or antidepressants can reduce tear production

  • Allergies, arthritis, diabetes, thyroid problems or inflamed eyelids may cause dry eyes

  • Tears evaporate quickly in windy or dry climates

  • People who work on computers for long periods of time

SYMPTOMS:

  • Eyes sting, burn, look red, and feel tired

  • Vision is blurry at times

  • Eyelids feel heavy

  • Eyes feel like there’s sand or grit in them

  • Eyes are watery or have stringy discharge

  • Contact lenses feel uncomfortable

  • It’s hard to do visual tasks for very long

OUR DRY EYE TREATMENTS

  • Intense pulsed light (IPL) uses light therapy to target the underlying causes of dry eyes, including inflammation and meibomian gland dysfunction.

    IPL works by using a handheld device to deliver pulses of intense light energy to the area around your eyes, encouraging oil production and improving tear film quality.

  • Meibomian gland expression is a noninvasive procedure that targets meibomian gland dysfunction.

    During the procedure, your optometrist uses a specialized device to apply gentle pressure to your eyelids, massaging and squeezing the meibomian glands to help clear blockages.

  • Eyelid cleansers are gentle and effective products designed to remove debris, bacteria, and excess oil from your eyelids, improving tear film quality and reducing the inflammation that can cause dry eyes.

    Incorporating eyelid cleansers and sprays into your daily routine can help reduce the frequency and severity of your dry eye symptoms.

WE CARE ABOUT YOUR EYES

Don’t let dry eyes get in the way of your daily life. We’re here to provide effective and personalized solutions to help you find relief from your dry eye symptoms.

If you’re struggling with dry eyes, don’t wait-book an appointment with us today and get the relief you deserve.