Dry eye is one of the most common conditions we treat at Edmond Regional Eye Associates. It can range from a mild, occasional nuisance to a chronic, vision-threatening condition. Also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, dry eye occurs when the tear film that coats the surface of your eye is insufficient or of poor quality, leading to discomfort and inflammation.
Symptoms: Patients with dry eye may experience:
Diagnosis: Dry eye is typically diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam using a high-resolution slit lamp biomicroscope. In some cases, additional testing such as:
Treatment Options: We take a tiered, personalized approach to dry eye care:
Mild Cases
If traditional options aren't enough, we may recommend non-invasive, light-based treatments through our partner practice, Clarity: Medical Aesthetics & Eye Spa. Using the Envision IPL & RF system, we treat the root causes of evaporative dry eye such as meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and chronic inflammation.
These FDA-approved procedures are elective and not covered by insurance, but they offer lasting relief and added aesthetic benefits. Learn more about these cutting-edge options and the "Ultimate Dry Eye Package" on our dedicated subpage below.
👉 Explore Advanced Dry Eye Treatments with Envision IPL/RF ➜
Dr. Daniel, our dedicated dry eye specialist, brings extensive experience and a patient-centered approach to every case. After a thorough evaluation, he will recommend the most effective treatment plan based on your unique needs.
- Grittiness or sandy sensation
- Stinging or burning
- Tired, heavy-feeling eyes
- Blurred or fluctuating vision
- Redness
- Paradoxical tearing, where the eyes water due to underlying dryness
Diagnosis: Dry eye is typically diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam using a high-resolution slit lamp biomicroscope. In some cases, additional testing such as:
- Schirmer's test (measures tear volume)
- Fluorescein or lissamine green staining (evaluates surface damage)
- Tear break-up time (measures tear stability)
Treatment Options: We take a tiered, personalized approach to dry eye care:
Mild Cases
- Artificial tear drops (preservative-free recommended)
- Lifestyle changes and environmental modifications
- Omega-3 supplementation
- Prescription medications (e.g., Xiidra, Vevye, Restasis)
- Punctal plugs to conserve natural tears
- In-office anti-inflammatory steroid pulses
If traditional options aren't enough, we may recommend non-invasive, light-based treatments through our partner practice, Clarity: Medical Aesthetics & Eye Spa. Using the Envision IPL & RF system, we treat the root causes of evaporative dry eye such as meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and chronic inflammation.
These FDA-approved procedures are elective and not covered by insurance, but they offer lasting relief and added aesthetic benefits. Learn more about these cutting-edge options and the "Ultimate Dry Eye Package" on our dedicated subpage below.
👉 Explore Advanced Dry Eye Treatments with Envision IPL/RF ➜
Dr. Daniel, our dedicated dry eye specialist, brings extensive experience and a patient-centered approach to every case. After a thorough evaluation, he will recommend the most effective treatment plan based on your unique needs.