Dry Eye Treatment
The Dry Eye Clinic at Curts & Reed Optometry in Olathe, KS
Are Your Eyes always burning, tired and sore?
You might have Dry Eyes. Fortunately, at Curts & Reed Optometry we are experts at providing relief from dry eyes. The Dry Eye Clinic at Curts & Reed Optometry in Olathe, KS specializes in treating dry eyes no matter if it is an occasional irritation or a constant debilitating problem. We’re hear to help. Please schedule and appointment today for a Dry Eye Evaluation.
What is Dry Eye?
Dry eye or dry eye disease (DED) is a common and often a chronic problem that affects millions of people. Dry eye is a condition in which a person’s eyes do not making enough tears or their glands located in the eyelids do not secret enough oils for the tears to stay on their eyes long enough.
What are the symptoms of Dry Eyes?
Dry, irritated or red
Burning
Itching
Scratchiness or grittiness
Tearing
Soreness
Crusty or gunky eyes
Blurred or fluctuating vision
What causes Dry Eye?
Normal part of the aging process, particularly women
Certain Medications
Antihistamines
Decongestants
Blood pressure medications
Antidepressants
Certain Diseases
Sjorgren’s syndrome
Rheumatoid arthritis
Thyroid disease
Lupus
Bell’s Palsy
Problems with Lids
Screens — we don’t blink enough when we use screens
Exposure to environmental irritants
smoke
sun
wind
cold
dry air
heating and air conditioning vents pointed directly at face
Long-term use of contact lenses, especially if over worn
LASIK
How is Dry Eye Treated?
At-Home Treatment
Drink more water
Blink more often — especially while on computer
Redirect Fans away from face
Wear sunglasses
Use a humidifier
Preservative-free Artificial Tears
Warm compresses
Lid Scrubs
High Quality Omega-3s
In Office Treatment or Prescribed by Eye Doctor
Restasis, Xiidra, or Cequa
Punctal Plugs
Scleral Lenses
Dry Eye FAQs
Should I be treated for dry eye?
Your eye doctor can let you know if you need treatment for dry eye by doing diagnostic tests during an eye exam. Your eye doctor then can recommend a specific treatment plan to treat your eyes for dry eye depending on what type of dry eyes you have. Call us today at 913-732-2552 to schedule your dry eye evaluation today.
What can I expect during dry eye treatment?
There are several ways to treat dry eye, and we tailor the treatment to your type of dry eye. We determined this by performing specific diagnostic tests during a dry eye evaluation. This treatment can include over-the-counter artificial tears and other at-home treatments to procedures done in-office and prescribed medicated eye drops.
Is there a cure for dry eye?
Dry eye is typically chronic and often progressive. Depending on its severity and cause, it may not resolve completely. In most cases, dry eye can be successfully managed, which allows for greater eye comfort with less symptoms.
