Reinvigorating Dry Eyes
We all know how tired we can get after a long day at work and how nice it can be to relax for a while. Our eyes also need that break, and neglecting your eyes along with reduced tear production or increased tear evaporation can lead to dry eye syndrome.
At Elite Vision Therapy Centre, we offer dry eye management services to help alleviate the discomfort that dry eye symptoms can bring. Contact us today to request an appointment and find relief from dry eyes.
What Is Dry Eye?
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when your tears cannot provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. This instability of tears leads to inflammation and can damage your eye’s surface.
The symptoms of dry eye syndrome can vary between patients, but some common symptoms of dry eye include:
- Watery eyes
- Burning or scratching
- Eye redness
- A sensation of having something in your eyes
Dry eye syndrome can be caused by numerous factors, including:
- Dry environments
- Dehydration
- Medications such as antihistamines
- Systemic diseases such as Sjogren’s syndrome
Managing Dry Eyes
Dry eye syndrome is an ongoing condition, but it can be managed with various treatment methods we offer at Elite Vision Therapy.
Punctal Plugs
Because dry eyes can result from your tears draining from your eyes too quickly, your eye doctor may recommend punctal plugs. These devices are inserted into your tear ducts to help slow down how quickly your tears leave the surface of your eyes.
There are 2 types of punctal plugs:
- Temporary or dissolving: These plugs are usually made out of collagen and naturally dissolve throughout a few days or months. Temporary dissolving punctal plugs are commonly used during laser eye surgery.
Semi-permanent: These types of punctal plugs are more long-term and made out of medical plastics. If needed, they can be removed by your eye doctor.
RESTASIS Eye Drops
Tear production is essential to help lubricate your eyes and keep dry eye syndrome at bay.
RESTASIS eye drops are prescription drops that can help treat the underlying cause of chronic dry eye by managing inflammation and increasing your eyes’ ability to produce tears. RESTASIS differs from artificial tears, which are over-the-counter lubricants that provide temporary relief.
Meibomian Gland Expression
Meibomian gland dysfunction is a group of disorders that can alter the tear film composition of your eye and lead to dry eye syndrome.
If the glands are blocked and other treatment methods are ineffective, your eye doctor may recommend meibomian gland expression. For more information on meibomian gland expression and if it’s right for you, please contact us at Elite Vision Therapy Centre.
Lid/Gland Debridement
Lid debridement refers to a treatment method that focuses on removing the accumulated bacterial biofilm from the lid margin to help relieve dry eye symptoms.
This treatment method has yielded significant results and can assist with lessening the effects of dry eye disease.
Finding Relief from Dry Eyes
Dry eyes can cause discomfort and affect your productivity. Our team at Elite Vision Therapy strives to help you find relief from dry eye symptoms with various treatment methods.
Request an appointment with us to address your dry eye syndrome concerns and find relief today.
Our Location
Our practice is located on Scarlett Road in Etobicoke, just south of Eglinton Avenue West and across from the Humber River.
Elite Vision Therapy is centrally located so everyone in the area can have access to the eye care they need. Can’t find us? Please give us a call!
Our Address
- 332 Scarlett Rd., Unit 1D
- Etobicoke, ON M9A 4S4
Contact Us
- Phone: 437-538-3937
- Email: [email protected]
Our Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
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