Dry eye can cause uncomfortable symptoms and make tasks like reading or driving challenging. At Regal Eye Care, we provide comprehensive eye exams as well as extensive dry eye assessments to get to the cause of your dry eye symptoms. Before visiting us, learn about some dry eye treatments below:
At-Home Care
It’s always a good idea to keep non-preserved artificial tears on you and use them throughout the day. Along with that, try to avoid windy or dry climates and limit your digital device use. We also recommend using a humidifier at home and using a warm compress on your eyes in the evening to improve tear production.
Change Your Contact Lenses
If you wear contacts, our optometrist can suggest lenses that will provide improved comfort. Regular contacts can sometimes make your symptoms worse and even lead to further complications. When you visit us, we can help you decide between specialty contact lenses and eyeglasses.
Prescription Medications
Over-the-counter artificial tears may be able to offer temporary relief. However, our eye doctor can help by prescribing anti-inflammatory eye drops that can ease your symptoms.
Punctal Plugs
Our optometrist might recommend punctal plugs. These are inserted into your tear ducts to prevent the tears from draining and help your eyes stay moisturized. Along with that, the plugs typically dissolve within a few days to a few years, depending on the type you get.
IRPL Treatment
Intense Regulated Pulsed Light Therapy, also known as IRPL, is the latest and greatest in dry eye treatment and therapy. IRPL can treat meibomian gland dysfunction, which is the leading cause of dry eye. The therapy helps unclog the glands, reduces inflammation, and improves tear quality. It is the only therapy that is known to help revive meibomian glands that have stopped functioning.
Contact us for an Appointment Today
If you have symptoms of dry eye that are interfering with your daily activities, let our team at Regal Eye Care help you. We service Orangeville, East Garafraxa, Mono, Shelburne, Caledon, Bolton, Brampton, ON, and other neighbouring towns. With the right treatment, we can reduce your symptoms and improve your vision. To schedule your appointment, call us at (519) 307-7771 today. When you’re seeking an “optometrist near me”, we are happy to assist you!