Dry Eye Treatment

If you’ve ever experienced dry eye, you’re familiar with the soreness, discomfort and misery that come with this common condition. The good news is, you don’t have to suffer any longer. Whether your case is mild or severe, acute or chronic, the team at Five Parks Vision and Eye Care is here to deliver much-needed relief and healing.

Dry Eye Causes & Symptoms

Dry eye syndrome is a complex condition that can be caused by a variety of different things, from health conditions and medications to environmental and lifestyle factors. You’re your gender and age can play a role. Regardless of cause, most cases of dry eye share the same common, unpleasant symptoms. These may include:

• Dry, irritated, or red eyes
• Excessive tearing/watery eyes
• Inflammation
• Sore or sensitive eyes
• Itchiness
• Burning
• A gritty or pasty feeling in the eyelids
• Crusty or gunky eyes
• Blurriness

Diagnosis & Treatment

Five Parks Vision and Eye Care uses dry eye specific diagnostic testing to quickly and accurately pinpoint the cause and type of dry eye. Dr. Partnow also uses Amniotic Membrane’s to better heal scratchy damaged corneas from dry eye as well as infections and injury. With a proper diagnosis in hand, we’ll develop a customized treatment strategy designed to maximize symptom relief and treat the underlying cause of your discomfort. PLUGS are an effective non-surgical technique to help keep the tears we build up from treatment to stay in your eye and increase comfort right away.

If you’re seeking relief for your dry eyes, Five Parks Vision and Eye Care can help. Contact us today to get started!