Less guessing. A clearer plan.
Burning, watering, fluctuating vision, light sensitivity and contact lens discomfort can all be signs of dry eye. The first step is understanding which parts of the tear film and eyelids are contributing to the problem.
Our dry eye evaluations focus on diagnosis first. Treatment can include at-home care, prescription therapies and in-office options depending on what we find.
Diagnosis first
We evaluate the ocular surface and eyelids and look for patterns such as meibomian gland dysfunction before building a treatment plan.
Treatment matched to the findings
Care may include changes at home, prescription therapy, punctal plugs or in-office treatment such as iLux or BlephEx when appropriate.
Healthy tears need the right balance of water, oil and mucin. When the tear film breaks down too quickly—or the eye does not make enough tears—vision and comfort can fluctuate.
Match the treatment to what we find.
01 · Meibomian glandsiLux
When blocked meibomian glands are part of the problem, iLux applies controlled heat and pressure to the eyelids so the glands can be expressed and the tear film’s oil layer can function better.
BlephEx
BlephEx cleans and exfoliates the eyelid margin and lash line. It may be useful when debris and biofilm are contributing to inflammation around the lids.
03 · Tear drainagePunctal plugs
For selected patients, a tiny plug placed in a tear drain can slow drainage so natural and supplemental tears remain on the eye longer.
At a glance
- Dry eye and eyelid evaluation
- Meibomian gland dysfunction assessment
- iLux thermal pulsation when appropriate
- BlephEx eyelid treatment when appropriate
- Punctal plugs and prescription therapy when indicated
Good questions deserve clear answers.
Why can dry eyes make my eyes water?
A dry or irritated ocular surface can trigger reflex tearing. That is one reason symptoms alone do not always tell us which part of the tear film or eyelids needs attention.
Is dry-eye treatment the same for everyone?
No. We start by looking for the factors contributing to your symptoms, then match treatment to the findings rather than using the same routine for every patient.
Do you offer in-office dry-eye treatments?
Yes. Depending on the findings, treatment options may include iLux thermal treatment or BlephEx eyelid treatment along with at-home or prescription care.