Dry Eye Treatment

Finding Solutions for You

Living with dry eye can be challenging, affecting your daily life in various ways. We understand the discomfort and frustration it can bring and the inconvenience of not being able to enjoy clear, unaffected vision. At Advanced Eyecare Optometry, we prioritize a personalized approach, listening closely to your concerns and implementing practical solutions from day one.

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What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye is a condition where your eyes lack sufficient lubrication due to inadequate tear production and fast tear evaporation. Look out for these common symptoms:

Persistent dryness
Burning sensation
Sensitivity to light
Blurred vision

What Causes Dry Eye?

Dry eye occurs when tears fail to provide adequate moisture. Common causes include aging, certain medications, and environmental factors like wind or dry climate. Prolonged screen use, a prominent risk factor, can lead to digital eye strain.

Another causative factor, meibomian gland dysfunction, results from clogged oil glands in the eyelids, which can decrease tear quality and exacerbate dry eye symptoms.

Assessing Dry Eye with Today’s Technology

At Advanced Eyecare Optometry, the Antares system by Lumenis allows us to perform detailed meibography, assessing your meibomian glands’ structure for any issues.

This technology also helps with precise corneal topography, crucial for detecting vision-affecting irregularities and assessing the severity of dry eye. This approach offers tailored treatments to our patients, helping us better understand your specific eye health needs.

In-Office Dry Eye Treatments

Although dry eye cannot be fully cured, our in-office treatments can help significantly alleviate severe symptoms, enhancing your overall comfort and vision. Seeking professional help is key to managing and mitigating the impact of dry eye on your daily life.

IPL Therapy

Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a light-based therapy that can offer notable success in improving tear quality and reducing inflammation, contributing to more visual comfort for those dealing with dry eye.

Learn more about OptiLight by Lumenis.

TearCare

TearCare treatment is a personalized treatment that includes gentle heat application to the eyes. We follow each of these treatments with manual meibomian gland expression to aid in dry eye relief and long-term management of the condition.

Amniotic Membrane

The amniotic membrane, when used in dry eye treatment, offers a promising solution. With its anti-inflammatory properties and rich nutrient content, it aids in reducing ocular surface inflammation and promoting healing.

Punctal Plugs

Punctal plugs are designed to conserve natural tears, providing lasting relief from dry eye symptoms and improving overall eye comfort. This is done by inserting a small blocking device into the tear duct to prevent tear drainage.

Dry Eye Treatments You Can Take Home

Living with persistent dry eyes can be uncomfortable, but there are numerous effective at-home treatments available to alleviate symptoms and promote eye comfort. These treatments can not only offer relief but also contribute to the overall maintenance of eye health. Incorporating these treatments into your daily routine can help to improve your quality of life.

Medicated Eye Drops

Medicated eye drops have gained widespread recognition for their ability to alleviate discomfort by reducing inflammation due to chronic dry eyes. With their calming impact and user-friendly application, they are a widely accommodating dry eye treatment.

Optase Eyelid Spray

Optase eyelid spray is an easy application dry eye relief product that comes in 2 forms. Optase Protect, which is designed to maintain eyelid hygiene, providing a gentle, non-irritating solution. Optase Comfort provides an alternative for eye drops but in an easy-to-use spray.

Prioritize Comfortable Vision

Don’t let dry eye symptoms disrupt your daily life. Take the first step towards relief by scheduling an appointment with our experienced team. Our dedicated eye care professionals prioritize your well-being and are committed to tailoring a personalized treatment plan that ensures your vision remains healthy and comfortable.

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Visit Us in Chestnut Ridge

Find us on Chestnut Ridge Road, just a short 2-minute drive from the Hungry Hollow Co-Op. Convenient parking is available in front and behind our building.