Dry Eye Therapy | Raymore | Raymore Eyecare

Your Partner in Treating Dry Eye

With our busy daily lives, it can be challenging to prioritize your eye health. But when your eyes are uncomfortable, it’s the only thing you can focus on.

We know that dry eye can be distracting and irritating. When your eyes don’t produce enough moisture, everyday tasks—like reading or screen time—become uncomfortable, impacting your quality of life. Eye exams are an important first step towards relief.

At Raymore Eyecare, we offer a range of treatments to address the unique causes of dry eye to help restore comfort and clear vision. Visit us today, and let’s work together to achieve long-lasting relief.

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Recognizing the Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease can range in severity, but addressing your symptoms early can give you a treatment plan to find relief. You may experience:

Redness and irritation
Sensitivity to light
Blurred vision
Watery eyes
Eye fatigue
Burning eyes

Our team understands the challenges of dry eye and is here to help you find relief.

Understanding Dry Eye Causes

Dry eyes can result from various common causes, such as age-related changes in tear production and environmental factors, like wind, dry air, and screen time. Some medications and health conditions may also increase the risk of experiencing symptoms.

By identifying what’s causing your dry eyes, we can help you find effective and targeted solutions.

Evaporative vs. Aqueous-Deficient Dry eye

Dry eye occurs in 2 common forms:

- Evaporative dry eye occurs when tears evaporate too quickly, and it is typically related to a lack of natural oils in the tears.

- Aqueous-deficient dry eye occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough of the watery layer of tears.

Determining which type of dry eye causes your symptoms can help us target our treatments to address your needs.

Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)

The meibomian glands located in your eyelids produce an oil that helps moisture last longer and maintains a smooth surface on the eye, allowing moisture to spread evenly.

When these glands are blocked, tears evaporate more quickly, causing irritation. Treatment can help open these glands to support healthier, longer-lasting tears.

Blepharitis

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids that leads to uncomfortable symptoms like redness and residue around the eye. The buildup of dandruff-like flakes on the eyelids can cause or worsen dry eye symptoms, but regular care can help keep it in check.

Ocular Rosacea

Ocular rosacea is a skin condition that affects the eye area, causing redness and swelling. Multiple factors, such as excessive sun, cold, stress, or alcohol, can trigger flare-ups of rosacea symptoms. These can worsen dry eye symptoms but can be controlled by proper management.

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Dry Eye Assessment

At Raymore Eyecare, we assess your symptoms and use advanced tests like fluorescein staining, meibography, and InflammaDry to determine the type and severity of your dry eye. With this information, we create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. Ongoing symptom relief and regular evaluations help us monitor your condition and adjust treatment as needed.

We offer helpful tips for creating a simple routine tailored to your needs and lifestyle. The best way to begin is by scheduling regular eye exams. Whether you use gentle cleansers or learn techniques to prevent oil and debris buildup, our team is here to help you achieve lasting comfort and eye health.

Treatment Options for Dry Eye Relief

At Raymore Eyecare, we’re here to help you find the right, personalized treatments to ease your dry eye symptoms and improve your daily comfort.

Whether it’s medicated eye drops for at-home relief or in-office treatments like meibomian gland expression, we provide comprehensive care to help support healthier tear production.

Our skilled team will guide you through your options so you can enjoy long-lasting relief.

IPL Therapy

Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a treatment for dry eye that targets the root causes of discomfort. By using gentle light pulses to stimulate the oil glands in the eyelids, IPL helps improve tear quality and reduce inflammation for long-lasting relief.

This noninvasive procedure can restore natural tear production, soothe irritation, and restore balance, helping your eyes stay comfortable throughout the day.

At Home Treatments

Eyelid hygiene products, artificial tears, supplements, heat masks and other dry eye support products are available in office and online in partnership with Dry Eye Rescue. Make an appointment for a dry eye evaluation to find out which product may benefit your specific condition the most.

Meibomian Gland Expression

Expressing the glands involves gently massaging the oil-producing glands in your eyelids to push out trapped oil and clear blockages. Opening up the glands helps restore the natural oils in your tears, providing lasting comfort and relief from dryness.

Eyelid Debridement

Eyelid debridement involves gently removing dead skin cells and debris from the eyelids. Exfoliating the eye area can help soothe inflammation by reducing bacteria and clearing the area around the eyes. Eyelid debridement reduces irritation and helps tears spread evenly across your eyes.

Punctal Plugs

Punctal plugs are tiny, medical-grade devices placed in the tear ducts to prevent tear drainage. Depending on your needs, the plugs may be temporary (dissolving) or semi-permanent (longer-lasting).

The punctual plugs allow moisture to stay on the eye’s surface, helping to keep it nourished, clean, and comfortable.

Book Your Dry Eye Assessment

Ready for relief? Schedule an eye appointment with us to start your personalized dry eye treatment. We’re here to help you and your family experience comfort, clarity, and lasting eye health.

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