Dry Eye Therapy at Eyes Fort Worth
Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. This can lead to discomfort, blurred vision, and a higher risk of eye infections. At Eyes Fort Worth, we specialize in diagnosing and treating dry eye to help you achieve optimal eye health and comfort.
Symptoms of Dry Eye
Common symptoms of dry eye include:
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Persistent dryness
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Itching or burning sensation
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Redness
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Sensitivity to light
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Blurred vision
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A feeling of something in the eye
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek professional care. Our expert optometrists at Eyes Fort Worth are here to help.
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Comprehensive Dry Eye Evaluation
During your dry eye evaluation at Eyes Fort Worth, our eye doctors will:
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Perform a thorough eye examination
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Assess the quantity and quality of your tears
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Identify underlying causes of dry eye
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Develop a personalized treatment plan
Advanced Dry Eye Treatments
At Eyes Fort Worth, we offer a variety of dry eye treatments tailored to your specific needs:
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Artificial Tears and Lubricants: Over-the-counter and prescription eye drops to provide immediate relief.
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Prescription Medications: Medications to reduce inflammation and increase tear production.
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Lipiflow, ILux, Low Light Level Therapy (LLLT), Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
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Specialty contact lenses
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Punctal Plugs: Tiny devices inserted into tear ducts to retain moisture.
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Lid Hygiene Products: Specialized cleansers to maintain eyelid cleanliness and health.
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Nutritional Supplements: Omega-3 fatty acids and other supplements to support tear production and eye health.
Personalized Dry Eye Care
Our dedicated team at Eyes Fort Worth understands that every patient is unique. We work closely with you to create a customized dry eye treatment plan that addresses your specific symptoms and underlying causes, ensuring the best possible results.
Why Choose Eyes Fort Worth for Dry Eye Treatment?
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Expertise: Our experienced optometrists have extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating dry eye.
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Advanced Technology: We use the latest diagnostic tools and treatments to provide effective care.
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Personalized Approach: Your treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs and lifestyle.
Schedule Your Dry Eye Consultation Today
Don’t let dry eye affect your quality of life. Schedule a dry eye consultation at Eyes Fort Worth today and find relief from your symptoms. Contact us to book your appointment and learn more about our comprehensive dry eye treatments.
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Alcon iLux
The iLUX device is a hand-held mobile treatment option for meibomian gland obstruction (MGD). The device allows the eyelid tissue to be warmed to a therapeutic level which softens the meibum. After the heating cycle, gentle compressions are applied to express the meibum through the orifices to relieve the gland obstructions. The iLux Device has been shows to significantly reduce dry eye symptoms such as gritty eyes and ocular surface irritation.
Johnson & Johnson LipiFlow
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LipiFlow is an advanced treatment for dry eye syndrome caused by Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD). At Eyes Fort Worth, we utilize the innovative LipiFlow technology to provide effective and lasting relief from dry eye symptoms. LipiFlow works by applying controlled heat and gentle pressure to the eyelids, unclogging blocked meibomian glands and restoring natural oil flow to the tear film. This treatment helps to alleviate dryness, irritation, and discomfort, offering a comfortable and non-invasive solution for improving eye health and vision.
Lumenis Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Intense pulsed light (IPL) is the first-of-its kind, drug-free, drop free, light-based treatment utilizing Lumenis Optimal Pulse technology (OPT). This advanced technology delivers a pulse of light to selectively target abnormal blood vessels, reducing inflammation, and eradicating bacteria and demodex mites which contribute to dry eye. Ask your local Fort Worth eye doctor about this revolutionary dry eye treatment today!
Low Light Level Therapy (LLLT)
The Equinox by Essilor Instruments is Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT). LLLT uses Red Light to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Red Light is absorbed by the mitochondria and stimulates ATP increasing cellular activity which helps to the glands to produce meibum and helps melt the meibum to increase turnover in the fight against dry eye symptoms.
Nutraceuticals-Hydroeye
Hydroeye is the nutraceutical of choice to target dry eye from the inside out. This patented formula delivers a proprietary blend of omega fatty acids (GLA, EPA, and DHA) and provides antioxidants and other nutrients that work in synergy to support all 3 layers of the tear film.
Prescription Eye Drops
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Meibo (perfluorohexyloctane ophthalmic solution)
is used to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. It is the first and only prescription dry eye drop that fights against tear evaporation.
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Restasis (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion) 0.05% was the first prescription eye drop available to help you produce more tears. It targets inflammation to increase tear production. It is available in a preservative free vial or multidose bottle. Recommended doseage is twice daily, 12 hours apart.
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Vevye (cyclosporine 0.10% ophthalmic emulsion)is the first and only water free cyclosporine dissolved in a semifluorinated alkane which is used to spread the tear evenly over the eye to increase the contact time in order to allow for better penetration or absorption of the cyclosporine. It is used to treat the signs and symptoms of dry eye.
Cequa (cyclosporine 0.09% ophthalmic solution) is a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant that incorporates nanomicellar technology to allow a higher concentration of medication to be absorbed into the eye to to aid in tear production. It is available in preservative free vials and the recommended doseage is twice daily, 12 hours apart.
Xiidra (lifitegrast 5% ophthalmic solution) is a prescription eye drop FDA-approved to treat both the signs AND symptoms of dry eye disease. It is available in preservative free vials and the recommended doseage is twice daily.
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Autologous Serum Tears
Autologous serum tears are customized eye drops derived directly from the patient’s own blood. After a blood draw, the blood sample is centrifuged and diluted with saline or hyaluronic acid to a specific concentration based on the severity of the dry eye. Due to the fact that serum has growth factors and other similar characteristics to our own natural tears, serum tears can be more effective than over the counter artificial tears at restoring the ocular surface and improving dry eye symptoms.
Punctal Plugs by Oasis Medical
A punctal plug is a small biocompatible device that is inserted into the tear duct or puncta of the upper and/or lower eyelid to slow or stop the drainage of tears. This allows a longer contact time for the tears to lubricate the ocular surface before evaporating.
Amniotic Membrane
This is a groundbreaking dry eye treatment option used for difficult or recalcitrant dry eye cases.Amniotic Membrane “allografts” are harvested from placental tissues AFTER a full term pregnancy and an elective cesarean delivery. No harm comes to the infant or mother while harvesting the tissue.When placed on the eye, the abundance of collagen, proteins and cytokines in the tissue are proven extensively in literature and clinically to promote wound healing.
Scleral Contact Lenses
A Scleral contact lens is a specialty large diameter rigid contact lens that rests on the sclera or white part of the eye. The advantage of this lens design is to hold a reservoir of moisture on the surface of the eye to aid in protection of the ocular surface. Ask us if you are a candidate for this personalized lens today!
Optase Artificial Tears
Lubricant eye drops, sometimes called artificial tears, are a good treatment option which provide hydration and lubrication to reduce friction on the ocular surface which can cause a dry, gritty sensation. There are preserved and non-preservative formulations. Ask your eye care provider the best option for you!
Warm Compresses by Eye Eco/PRN
Warm moist heat therapy to the eyelids targets the oil or “meibum” in the eyelid to open the gland and aid in melting and expression of the oil. The oil helps to stabilize the tears and prolong the contact time on the surface of the eye.
Nulids
Nulids is a doctor prescribed at home dry eye therapy used to remove plaque from the eyelid, known as “biofilm,” and to promote capillary perfusion or blood flow to your lids and lashes. In just 30 seconds per day, you can improve tear film stability and tear retention time, to help relieve the symptoms of dry eye. Good eyelid hygiene is essential for healthy eyelids, lashes, and quality tear production, just like brushing your teeth is essential to good oral hygiene.