At Weston Contact Lens Institute, we are proud to welcome you to our Dry Eye Clinic. Dry eye syndrome affects nearly 340 million people worldwide and is the result of chronic inflammation and lack of adequate moisture on the surface of the eye. Its effects range from mild discomfort to severe inflammation of the eye. Luckily, there are effective treatments for this condition. At Weston Contact Lens Institute in South Florida, we offer a variety of dry eye treatments to have your eyes feeling more comfortable.
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Causes of Dry Eye
One of the leading causes of dry eye syndrome is increased tear evaporation. This usually happens as a result of:
- Eye allergies
- Preservative found in topical eyedrops
- Posterior blepharitis (also known as meibomian gland dysfunction)
Another cause of dry eye syndrome is decrease in quality tear production. A drop in quality tear production can happen for many reasons, however, the most common reasons are:
- Age
- Medical conditions such as Sjogren’s syndrome, Graft vs. Host disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Vitamin A deficiency, lupus or thyroid disorders
- Corneal nerve sensitivity
- Medications such as antidepressants or antihistamines
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In Office Dry Eye Treatments
Lipiflow®
This 12-minute in office thermal pulsation treatment revolutionizes dry eye treatment by removing blockages from the meibomian glands, the oil glands that line the lid margins. Lipiflow unblocks these glands, allowing them to properly function and produce oils to naturally lubricate your eye.
Lipiflow ® provides a safe, drug free mechanism for reducing dry eye symptoms, as well as works as an early intervention to minimize the effect of meibomian gland dysfunction.
BlephEx Treatment
Clients that have been diagnosed with Blepharitis, a constant eyelid inflammation, can greatly benefit from a BlephEx Treatment. This treatment reduce dry eye irritation while also addressing Blepharitis.
Scleral Lenses
Scleral lenses are designed specifically to vault over your cornea and the conjunctiva of the eye. This unique lens keeps the eye well-hydrated which helps to reduce the dry and itchy sensation.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
OptiLight is a specialized Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy designed to treat dry eye syndrome. IPL technology is a safe treatment for gland dysfunction that won’t damage the delicate skin around the eyes. This innovative dry eye treatment targets abnormal blood vessels that cause inflammation and contribute to meibomian gland blockages.
TearCare
This treatment involves the use of two flexible eyelid devices that are placed on the upper and lower eyelids. This wearable eyelid device applies gentle heat directly to the meibomian glands to remove blockages, liquefy the meibum, and help stimulate the production of tears.
Schedule Your Appointment at WCLI Today
You don’t have to endure the discomfort of chronically dry eyes. These advanced treatment options for dry eyes in Weston are available at our state-of-the-art Weston practice right now. Get evaluated by one of our friendly and experienced optometrists today.
