Dry Eye Treatment at Professional Family Eyecare

Expert Care for Dry Eye Syndrome

Approximately 20 million people in the United States suffer from dry eye disease, and that number is growing. It’s a frustrating condition that follows a person all day long, irritating and stinging the eyes, and grows worse the longer you’re awake. At Professional Family Eyecare, we have the mix of high-end technology and the expertise required to get to the bottom of your condition and give you a plan that works for the long term.

What is Dry Eye Syndrome?

Blinking coats your eye with a tear film, so the surface is hydrated and clear. Dry eye syndrome interferes with this process, so the tear quality drops and the eye surface begins to feel dry. Most cases of dry eye are a type called evaporative dry eye, which is caused by blocked oil glands. Left untreated, those blockages become worse and can lead to further complications, including inflammation and corneal damage. Our team helps eliminate symptoms and provides the solutions you need to experience sustained comfort.

Symptoms and Risk Factors

Dry Eye Symptoms at Professional Family Eyecare

Dry Eye Symptoms

The following symptoms are common in dry eye:

  • Eye redness
  • A stinging or scratchy feeling in the eye
  • Irritation
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Difficulty wearing contact lenses
  • Watery eyes
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Risk Factors of Dry Eye Disease at Professional Family Eyecare

Risk Factors of Dry Eye Disease

Some risks are unavoidable, but others can be managed through lifestyle changes. We’ll help you adjust your lifestyle to reduce risk where you can and accommodate the rest to the best of your ability:

  • Allergies
  • Some medications
  • Age
  • Vitamin deficiency
  • Environmental pollutants
  • Weather
  • Screen use
  • Endocrine, neurological, and autoimmune conditions
  • Hormonal fluctuations
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Dry Eye Treatment

A quality dry eye treatment plan comes down to identifying the combination of factors contributing to your condition and addressing them. The plan we craft for you is completely customized to your needs; we account for things like environmental factors, allergies, and nutrition, and provide you with treatments and recommendations that are both effective and considerate of your lifestyle.

Our Cutting-Edge Dry Eye Solutions

The advanced dry eye treatments we offer provide significant protection against dry eye syndrome and help you experience both immediate and long-term relief.

Eye Drops at Professional Family Eyecare

Eye Drops

We’ll prescribe eye drops depending on your type of dry eye. Broadly speaking, evaporative dry eye often benefits from lipid- or oil-based ingredients to help thicken the tear film, and aqueous-deficient dry eye can be combated with hypotonic drops, which increase tear volume.

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TearCare® at Professional Family Eyecare

TearCare®

TearCare® is an advanced technology that applies heat to the meibomian glands to unclog your oil glands and optimize tear production. This targeted treatment effectively restores your natural tear production, so you can once again see clearly and comfortably all day long.

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Why Choose Professional Family Eyecare for Dry Eye Treatment?

At Professional Family Eyecare, we take a proactive and comprehensive approach to treating your dry eye. Our team uses the most advanced diagnostic tools — including Optomap and TearCare® — to get an accurate look at your eyes and the surrounding tissue. Then our expert optometrists craft personalized treatment plans which combine advanced medical therapies and practical daily eye care tips that go beyond simple symptom relief and address the root cause of your discomfort. Schedule your appointment today!