If you’ve ever experienced a burning, gritty, or itchy feeling in your eyes, you may be dealing with Dry Eye Syndrome. This common condition occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears, or when the tears evaporate too quickly. While it may sound minor, Dry Eye can affect everything from your ability to read and work to how comfortable you feel throughout the day.
Dry Eye Syndrome can be caused by a variety of factors. Age is a major contributor—our eyes naturally produce fewer tears as we get older. Environmental triggers like wind, smoke, and dry climates, as well as extended screen use, contact lenses, or certain medications, can also worsen symptoms. For some, it’s a chronic condition that needs consistent management to prevent discomfort and potential damage to the eye’s surface.
Dry Eye Symptoms to Watch For
Dry Eye doesn’t always present the same way for everyone. You may experience:
- A stinging or burning sensation
- A feeling of something in your eye
- Blurred vision, especially after reading or screen time
- Redness or light sensitivity
- Watery eyes (yes, this can be a sign—your eyes may be overcompensating)
If any of these symptoms sound familiar, you’re not alone. Our eye care team can try to make it so that you never have to suffer through them ever again.
How Glimpse Eye Care Can Help
At Glimpse Eye Care in The Woodlands, our eye care team takes a personalized approach to Dry Eye treatment. Every patient’s eyes—and lifestyle—are different, so our care plans are never one-size-fits-all. During your exam, we’ll evaluate tear production, the quality of your tear film, and the health of your ocular surface using advanced diagnostic tools.
Based on what we find, your treatment plan may include:
- Artificial Tears: Over-the-counter or prescription drops tailored to your specific tear deficiency.
- Prescription Medications: Anti-inflammatory eye drops like cyclosporine (Restasis) or lifitegrast (Xiidra) that help increase natural tear production.
- Punctal Plugs: Tiny, biocompatible plugs placed in your tear ducts to reduce drainage and retain more of your natural tears.
- Lifestyle Adjustments: We’ll help you manage environmental triggers, improve screen time habits, and recommend supplements like omega-3s.
For many of our patients, the relief is not just physical—it’s emotional. There’s comfort in knowing your concerns are heard and addressed with care that’s as compassionate as it is effective.
We’re Here to Help With Your Eye Care
Dry Eye might be a common problem, but it doesn’t have to be your “normal.” Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, our team is ready to help you find lasting comfort. At Glimpse Eye Care, we combine innovative treatments with a welcoming environment where you’ll feel truly seen and understood.
Come visit us in The Woodlands and take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable vision.