After a taxing day, both body and mind crave relaxation. Similarly, our eyes require respite, yet neglect coupled with reduced tear production or excessive tear evaporation can lead to dry eye syndrome. At Upper Grand Eye Care, we provide comprehensive dry eye management services to alleviate the discomfort associated with dry eye symptoms. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and find relief from dry eyes. 

While dry eye syndrome is a persistent condition, effective management is possible through various treatment methods offered at Upper Grand Eye Care.

1. Preservative Free Artificial Tears: These tears play a vital role in the management of dry eye syndrome, providing much-needed relief from discomfort and irritation. Unlike artificial tears with preservatives, which may cause irritation or sensitivity in some individuals, preservative-free options offer a gentle and soothing solution for dry eyes. These lubricating eye drops help to replenish moisture on the ocular surface, reducing dryness, redness, and the sensation of grittiness. By mimicking the natural composition of tears, preservative-free artificial tears promote ocular hydration without the risk of adverse reactions. At Upper Grand Eye Care, we offer a range of preservative-free artificial tears tailored to individual needs, ensuring effective and comfortable dry eye management for our patients.

2. Bruder Mask or Thea Blepha Eye Bag: These products provides effective relief for dry eye symptoms by utilizing moist heat therapy. This innovative device gently warms the eyelids, helping to liquefy and release hardened oils in the meibomian glands, improving tear film quality and lubrication. It also boosts blood circulation, reducing inflammation and promoting healing. Convenient and easy to use, these products are an essential part of our dry eye management approach offering patients lasting comfort and eye health.

3. Punctal Plugs: There are small devices inserted into the tear ducts to slow down the drainage of tears from the eyes. This procedure can be beneficial for individuals experiencing dry eye symptoms due to rapid tear evaporation or insufficient tear production. There are two types of punctal plugs available: temporary and semi-permanent. Temporary plugs, typically made of collagen, dissolve over time and are often used during procedures like laser eye surgery. On the other hand, semi-permanent plugs, usually made of medical-grade plastics, offer a longer-lasting solution and can be removed if necessary. At our clinic, we may recommend punctal plugs as part of our dry eye management strategy to help retain natural tears and alleviate discomfort for our patients.

4. RESTASIS or Xiidra Eye Drops: These are prescription eye drops specifically designed to address chronic dry eye by targeting its underlying cause: inflammation. Unlike over-the-counter artificial tears, they work by helping your eyes produce more of their own tears, providing long-term relief from dry eye symptoms. By reducing inflammation and increasing tear production, they promote improved eye lubrication and comfort over time. At our clinic, we may recommend these medications as part of our comprehensive dry eye management approach to help patients achieve lasting relief and better eye health.

5. Meibomian Gland Expression: When other treatments prove ineffective, this procedure helps address meibomian gland dysfunction, a common cause of dry eye syndrome.