What is a Dry Eye Spa?
Dry eye spas address dry eyes so that the condition doesn’t become a chronic issue with long-term effects on your visual health. Your Oakland optometrist can use multiple techniques to alleviate cases of mild to severe dry eyes.
Symptoms associated with dry eyes
Dry eyes are often accompanied by a stinging or burning sensation, along with blurred vision and increased sensitivity to light. Your eyes may feel tired and scratchy, as if you have something in them.
You might notice that your eyes look redder than normal and that they’re watery or have more mucus than usual. If you wear contacts, they’ll likely feel uncomfortable, and you’ll notice that your vision is blurry.
What to expect
A dry eye spa treatment with an Oakland optometrist takes less than 15 minutes and offers rapid, long-term relief. If your eyes are chronically dry, you’ll likely need several treatments for lasting results. The exact treatments used by a dry eye spa depend on the causes of your dry eyes. Dry eyes caused by an overgrowth of bacteria are treated with an eye wash that removes parasites and bacteria that irritate your eyes. If a gland dysfunction is the source of your dry eyes, we can treat your eyes using FDA-approved light therapy to stimulate your glands and reduce irritation.
How does a Dry Eye Spa improve your visual Health?
There are several risks associated with dry eyes. When left untreated, dry eyes lead to eye inflammation that can cause abrasions on the corneal surface, leading to ulcers and in extreme cases, vision loss. Perpetual dry eyes also increase your risk of experiencing an eye infection that can cause temporary or permanent vision loss.
What are the benefits of a Dry Eye Spa?
We encourage our patients to use a dry eye spa with an optometrist in Oakland due to these benefits:
You’ll feel better.
Dry eyes are debilitating. When your eyes hurt or you constantly feel tired, it’s hard to accomplish your personal responsibilities and enjoy your favorite activities. Vising an Oakland optometrist to treat your dry eyes helps you maintain clear, crisp vision and keep your eyes feeling alert and healthy so you’re at your best.
We can determine if an underlying condition is causing your dry eyes.
Some cases of dry eyes are caused by an underlying illness, like an autoimmune condition or thyroid disorder. We’ll work to figure out what’s making your eyes dry so that you have a long-term plan that includes effective treatments.
Your vision will improve.
With dry eyes, your vision may be blurry, even with the correct eyeglass or contact lens prescription. Visiting a dry eye spa helps you reduce this blurriness so your vision remains clear and sharp.
A dry eye spa is an effective way to manage the symptoms and causes of your dry eyes. Contact us to learn more about using a dry eye spa to manage your vision health.
Dry Eye SPA
A dry eye spa is used to treat symptoms associated with dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes don’t produce sufficient lubrication to keep your eyes properly moisturized.
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