Dry Eye Treatment
Find relief from dry, itchy, irritated eyes with expert dry eye treatment at The Vision Store.
Dry eye disease affects millions of people, and an estimated 4.88 million Americans over the age of 50 suffer from this uncomfortable condition.
If you’re experiencing dry, itchy, or irritated eyes, book an appointment with our dry eye specialists today in Bernalillo. We’ll help you find the treatment that brings you the relief you’re searching for.
What Are the Common Symptoms of Dry Eye?
Dry eye symptoms vary from person to person due to different underlying causes. Common symptoms include:
- Redness or irritated, bloodshot eyes
- Burning or tingling sensations in the eyes
- Itchy eyes or a feeling that something is in your eye
- Increased sensitivity to bright lights or sunlight (photophobia)
- Excessive tearing or watery eyes
- Grittiness or irritation
- Fluctuations in vision or blurred vision
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, you may be suffering from dry eye disease, and it’s important to seek professional treatment to prevent further eye health issues.
What Causes Dry Eye?
There are many potential causes of dry eye disease, and multiple factors can contribute to the condition. Some common causes include:
- Disease of the meibomian glands
- Blepharitis
- Allergies
- Defects affecting the eyelid or eye shape
- Certain medications
- Abnormal eye pressure
- Aqueous fluid deficiency
- Hot, dry, or windy climates
- Cigarette smoke or air pollution
- LASIK surgery
- Contact lenses
- Low blink rate
- Hormonal changes
- Age and gender
In addition, environmental irritants, short-term inflammation, and other factors can also contribute to dry eye. Understanding the cause of your dry eyes is key to selecting the right dry eye treatment for you.
How is Dry Eye Diagnosed and Treated?
To properly diagnose dry eye disease, we use advanced diagnostic tools, including imaging of the meibomian glands, tear film osmolarity testing, and screening for specific underlying conditions. Based on your diagnosis, our dry eye specialists will develop a tailored treatment plan.
Typical treatments include:
- Prescription eye drops to combat inflammation
- Treatment for oil gland dysfunction
- Blinking exercises or proper eyelid hygiene
- Low-dose antibiotics if an infection is involved
With the right treatment plan, we can help alleviate the discomfort caused by dry eyes and improve the overall health of your eyes.
Our Dry Eye Center of Excellence
At The Vision Store, we pride ourselves on being a Dry Eye Center of Excellence, offering accurate diagnosis and advanced treatments. Dry eye is one of the most common reasons patients visit eye care professionals, but it is often under-diagnosed. Dry eye occurs when the eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the tear quality is poor. Tears are essential for maintaining eye health and clear vision.
Our services include:
Tear Lab Osmolarity Testing [PDF]- Inflammadry testing
- Mibo Thermoflo Heat Treatments
- Lacrimal Plus treatment
- Restasis and Xiidra treatments
- Various other therapeutic products
Don’t let dry eye disease affect your quality of life—find relief with our expert care. If you’re experiencing dry eye symptoms, schedule an appointment at The Vision Store in Bernalillo to find the best dry eye treatment options for you. Our team of dry eye specialists is here to help.