What is Dry Eye?

Dry eye occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears, or the right kind of tears, to stay properly hydrated.

It might feel like a small annoyance at first, but untreated dry eye can become chronic and impact long-term eye health and vision.

Common Symptoms

• Burning or stinging

• Itchy eyes

• Redness

• Excessive tearing

• Blurry or fluctuating vision

• Gritty or sandy sensation
  
  

What Causes Dry Eye?

Dry eye can be caused by a variety of everyday factors, including:

• Screen use (phones, tablets, computers)

• Aging or hormonal changes

• Certain medications

• Autoimmune conditions

• Contact lens wear

• Environmental factors (dry air, wind)
  
  

Is Dry Eye Serious?

Yes, while often mild at first, dry eye can become chronic and may lead to corneal damage and vision issues if left untreated.

Dry Eye Treatment Options

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy)

IPL is a gentle light-based treatment that helps improve the function of the oil glands in your eyelids. This helps:

• Reduce inflammation

• Improve tear quality

• Relieve dryness and irritation
  
  

This is especially effective for meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), one of the most common causes of dry eye.

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LLLT (Low-Level Light Therapy)

LLLT uses soothing therapeutic light to stimulate the glands that keep your eyes properly lubricated. It:

• Stimulates and unclogs oil glands

• Improves tear quality

• Enhances natural healing
  
  

It’s a comfortable, non-invasive treatment often used alongside IPL for better results.

Additional Treatments

Depending on your needs, we may also recommend:

• Artificial tears or prescription drops

• Specialty contact lenses

• Eyelid hygiene and at-home care
  
  

Our Approach to Dry Eye

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. We take the time to understand what’s causing your symptoms and create a treatment plan designed to bring lasting relief.

Schedule a Dry Eye Evaluation today!