Rediscover Comfort with Tailored Dry Eye Solutions
If you’ve ever experienced the discomfort of dry, gritty, or watery eyes, you’re not alone. Dry eye is surprisingly common, affecting people of all ages. But there’s good news. Our ReFocus Eye Health practice in Southbury offers innovative treatment options for effective relief, clarity, and lasting comfort.
Insight into Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome (DES) is characterized by inadequate lubrication and moisture on the eye’s surface. This deficiency in tears can lead to various uncomfortable symptoms, including dryness, irritation, a gritty sensation, redness, and occasional blurred vision.
Tear film, composed of water, oils, and mucus, keeps the eyes moist and nourished. When there’s an imbalance in this composition, it results in dry eye.
There are various types of dry eye, including evaporative dry eye, caused by problems with the oil-producing meibomian glands, and aqueous deficient dry eye, where the eyes don’t produce enough tears.
Factors Contributing to Dry Eye
Several factors can contribute to the development of dry eye, including:
- Age
- Exposure to wind, smoke, air conditioning, and dry climates
- Prolonged use of computers, smartphones, and other digital screens
- Certain medications (antihistamines, decongestants, antidepressants, and hormone replacement therapy)
- Medical conditions like autoimmune disorders (e.g., Sjögren’s syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis)
- Dysfunction of the meibomian glands in the eyelids
- Long-term use of contact lenses
- Hormonal fluctuations, particularly in women during pregnancy and menopause
- Inflammation of the eyelids (blepharitis)
- Incomplete or infrequent blinking
- Structural abnormalities of the eyelids
Addressing the Root Cause for
Lasting Dry Eye Relief in Southbury
Suffering from dry eye can be frustrating. That’s why we offer personalized dry eye treatments that address the root cause of your symptoms. We start by performing a comprehensive eye exam and asking you questions about your medical history, lifestyle, and environment. Once we better understand your dry eye, our specialists will develop a targeted treatment plan.
We offer cutting-edge techniques like The Systane® iLux²®, intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy, punctal plugs, and amniotic membranes. These advanced methods, administered by our dry eye doctors, alleviate discomfort and enhance your overall eye health. We also offer a variety of lifestyle tips and advice to help you manage your dry eye symptoms.
Dry eye can be a chronic condition, so we’re here to support you on your journey to lasting relief. If you’re ready to say goodbye to dry eye discomfort, contact ReFocus Eye Health in Southbury.
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