Dry Eye Therapy

Artificial Tears are eye drops that mimic your own natural tears. You can purchase them without a prescription and they can be used as needed to facilitate ocular lubrication.

Medicated eye drops may be prescribed by your optometrist to relieve your dry eyes. Depending on your symptoms and treatment plan, these drops can help to lubricate your eyes, stimulate tear production, and relieve inflammation.

Often times, tears drain through the eyelid drainage ducts too quickly to retain moisture on the surface of eyes. In this case, punctal plugs, small implants placed into the drainage ducts on the upper and lower lids, may be recommended. These plugs are easily removable, if you experience an excess of tears.

If you wear contact lenses, we will carefully examine your eyes to assess if both the brand and the fit of your contact lenses are right for you. There are several types and brands of contact lenses available, so switching your brand to a silicone hydrogel or daily disposable option may correct your dry eye symptoms.