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Relief for Dry Eyes
Dry eye is a common condition in which the eye fails to properly produce quality tears. Symptoms include eye irritation, foreign body sensation, light sensitivity, eye fatigue, visual fluctuations, and a burning sensation. If left untreated, it may lead to corneal ulcers, scarring, and vision impairment. NVISION® provides a variety of treatment options to relieve dry eyes.
Dry Eye Treatment Options
Treatment options for more serious or chronic cases of dry eyes may include the following:
Heat Therapy
Often, dry eyes can be treated by introducing localized heat therapy to the eye-lids which can help overcome meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). NVISION offers different devices such as Lipiflow.
Steroid Eye Drops
These eye drops target inflammation, a significant contributing factor to dry eyes. These are usually used on a short-term basis since long-term use can result in serious side effects.
Punctal Plugs
Tears are produced by the lacrimal gland. Our tears escape the eye through the lacrimal puncta – small opening, one in each lid, of the tear drainage system that drains our tears away. Punctal plugs are microscopic inserts that are used to plug the lacrimal puncta. Since tears can’t drain, you will have more tears in your eyes offering better lubrication.
TearCare® Treatment
NVISION Eye Centers currently offers TearCare® Treatment Days at several of our centers and we will be offering this at more of our centers in the future.
Condition Treated
Dry Eye
One of the most common eye conditions treated by physicians, dry eye is an irritating and sometimes painful condition in which the eye fails to properly produce enough quality tears.
Why Choose NVISION for Eye Care Needs?
Our Experience
Our board-certified surgeons are the most experienced, educated and caring professionals in the eye care industry. Our surgeons have performed over 2,500,000 procedures. More eye doctors have had their surgery performed by an NVISION surgeon than any other provider of eye care.
Patient Care
Every NVISION patient is different, and therefore, we strive to personalize their treatment based on their unique needs. We treat every patient with care, compassion, empathy and professionalism with a promise to deliver the best-in-class patient care.
Technology
We utilize only the most advanced laser and diagnostic equipment available to ensure we can deliver the best outcomes for our patients.
Common Questions About Dry Eye Treatment
Who is most at risk of dry eye?
Women and anyone over age 55 are at higher risk of dry eye. Using screens and digital devices for long periods also raises your risk because it lowers how often you blink.
What is meibomian gland dysfunction?
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a very common eye condition in which the tiny glands inside your upper and lower eyelids (the meibomian glands) become blocked or inflamed, or don’t produce enough good-quality oil (meibum).
What is the difference between evaporative and aqueous-deficient dry eye?
In evaporative dry eye, your eyes make enough watery tears, but the tears evaporate off the surface of the eye too quickly. It is most often caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). When the oil glands in your eyelids are clogged or inflamed, they don’t release enough oil to form a protective layer over your tears.
In aqueous-deficient dry eye, the tear glands (lacrimal glands, located above the outer corners of the eyes) don’t produce enough watery fluid to keep the eye lubricated. This is caused by inflammation or other problems with the tear glands that reduce the amount of fluid they make.
How is dry eye diagnosed?
Dry eye is diagnosed with an in-office eye exam. Your doctor will check your cornea for staining, a sign of damage to its surface, and examine the meibomian glands in your eyelids for blockage.
Is dry eye a permanent condition?
Usually not. In most cases, dry eye is not a permanent condition.
Can screen time cause dry eye?
Yes. Looking at screens for long periods lowers how often you blink, which can cause or worsen dry eye.
Can medications cause dry eye?
Yes. In particular, the preservatives in some eye drops can cause dryness.
Does menopause cause dry eye?
Yes. Women who have gone through menopause are at higher risk of dry eye.
Can contact lens wear cause dry eye?
Yes, wearing contact lenses is one of the most common causes of dry eye. A contact lens sits directly in your natural tear film and splits it into two thin layers, one in front of the lens and one behind it. This disruption can trigger or worsen dry eye symptoms.
Are dry eye treatments covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on the reason for treatment and your insurance plan’s specific policy.
How much do in-office dry eye treatments cost?
The cost can vary depending on the surgeon and the facility where the treatment is performed.
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