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Dry Eye Treatment in Midlothian

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(972) 775-8000

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Family Eye Clinic for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Midlothian eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
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- Nov. 25, 2024
All were very knowledgeable and kind
- Nov. 23, 2024
Love this office. Alway a great experience!
- Nov. 19, 2024
It was so good I can’t even put it into words. Professional and kind do come to mind.
- Nov. 13, 2024
Very friendly and professional staff - everything I asked was explained very well and laid out in th... e open. Great service!
- Nov. 09, 2024
Very friendly helpful staff, great frame selection.
- Nov. 04, 2024
Always a great experience. I already received my glasses, and they are perfect!
- Nov. 01, 2024
Clean establishment, courteous staff and outstanding professionalism.
- Oct. 13, 2024
Great experience. This was my first time here and the service was great. Great options to choose fro... m.
- Sep. 17, 2024
Good and polite and helped what needed
- Sep. 16, 2024
Everyone there was friendly and nice. They all did their job well. And when I wasn't completely sati... sfied with the glasses I purchased, they returned with no hassle.
- Sep. 16, 2024
The young lady that helped me was very kind and considerate..
- Sep. 14, 2024
First time to see Dr. Pollard and she was great along with her staff. Highly recommend!!
- Aug. 28, 2024
Great service very thorough
- Aug. 15, 2024
Compassionate and kind front office staff is the reason I’m a lifelong patient!!!! They’ll move ... mountains for their patients!!! Compassionate Jessica offered to stay late just so I could pick up trial contacts until my order came in. They truly make their patients feel like family and certainly a VIP! Thank you for all you do!
- Aug. 09, 2024
Professional and friendly staff. I was impressed with the thoroughness of the medical exam and Dr B... ullard’s answers to my questions and concerns. I definitely recommend this medical practice.
- Aug. 04, 2024
This is a great place for eye exams including non-routine exams. Great staff!
- Aug. 01, 2024
My son got his eye exam in a timely manner and was able to get a referral for insurance purposes
- Jun. 27, 2024
Love this place ,I drove a hour just for my eye care needs !!!!
- May. 11, 2024
Dr. Nguyen is very knowledgeable and very kind! Very nice office as well...We will be back!
- Apr. 25, 2024
Great experience. The staff were super friendly. I was seen on time. The processes were all explaine... d to me. The Dr. explained my screening and options very well. He was easy to talk to and seemed very patient. I rarely write reviews but Family Eye Clinic in Midlothian earned it! Thanks so much.

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Midlothian

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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  • Humana
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  • UMR
  • Scott & White Healthcare
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