The Eye and Facial Clinic at Cantera Lakes

Treatment

It is important to recognize that Dry Eye Syndrome is a chronic condition for most patients. As such, a sensible, long-term management plan is needed to provide the desired relief. Good patient education and realistic expectations will help the patient follow the recommended treatment plan over a sustainable period.

It helps to identify external factors, which contribute to the dry eye syndrome. These factors may include medications, work environments, smoking, contact lens usage, etc. If possible, these factors should be reduced to decrease the symptoms.

The next step is to apply additional lubrication to the eye. An important step in this phase of treatment is to incorporate medicated eye drops to decrease the inflammation of the eye surface. There is a large selection of available eye drops; your doctor will be able to help choose the appropriate drops for you.

For the sustained relief of dry eyes, tear duct plugs can be used to improve tear retention in the eyes. In many cases, tear duct plugs can decrease the patient's dependence on the frequent use of eye drops.

In the more severe cases of dry eyes, eyelid surgeries are sometimes performed to reduce the exposed portion of the eye.

The treatment for dry eye syndrome needs to be streamlined for each individual. What works for one patient may not be applicable for another patient. An experienced eye care specialist can help you manage chronic dry eyes and attain relief.

For more information on the treatment of chronic dry eyes, please call The Eye and Facial Clinic at 630-836-1616 or email us at info@eyeandfacialclinic.com.

We invite you to join The Dry Eye Support Group at The Eye and Facial Clinic.

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