Rejuven-Eyes Dry Eye Clinic
Do you have watery or teary eyes? Burning, itchiness, or a sandy feeling around your eyelids? Constantly rubbing them in the morning or after working on the computer?
You might have dry eye syndrome.
Rejuven-Eyes Dry Eye Clinic
Our dry eye treatment program is individualized to each patient treating the underlying cause.
To optimize your treatment, we combine both Intense Pulse Light (IPL) and Radio-Frequency (RF).
Intense Pulse Light (IPL): This a revolutionary treatment which treats the eyelid inflammation, reducing the discomfort and providing long-lasting soothing relief.
Radio-Frequency (RF): generates a comfortable heat to melt the thick oil secretions from the glands in the eyelids, to improve the quality of tears, and also reduces any inflammation around your eyes.
What Is Dry Eye Syndrome (DES)?
Dry eye syndrome occurs when tear production and drainage are not in balance. People with dry eyes either do not produce enough tears or their tears are of poor quality. The result? Unpleasant symptoms, including itching, burning, redness, watery eyes, excessive tearing—and even eye pain. Dry eye syndrome can also increase your risk for more serious eye problems like corneal ulcers.
Without treatment or proper medication, DES can worsen over time.
“While over 80% of dry eye cases are due to blocked oil glands in the eyelids, other factors can also cause this syndrome.“
What Causes Dry Eyes?
While over 80% of dry eye cases are due to blocked oil glands in the eyelids—a condition called meibomian gland dysfunction or evaporative dry eye—other factors can also cause this syndrome. These include:
- Gender – the majority of dry eye sufferers are women. This tends to be caused by hormonal changes, whether through the use of contraceptives, pregnancy or menopause.
- Age – there’s a higher prevalence of DES in those over 50 years of age
- Environment – dry wind, dry air and dry climates can evaporate the tears. Home and car heaters, air conditioners, fans and hair dryers also cause tears to evaporate.
- Medication – these include antidepressants, decongestants and blood pressure medications.
- Auto-immune disorders – Sjogren’s disease and arthritis, among others.
How Do I Know If I Have Dry Eye Syndrome?
Do any of these symptoms seem familiar?
- Gritty, itchy, or stinging eyes
- Excessive tearing and discharge
- Eyes that feel tired or dry
- Increased light sensitivity
- Regularly using eye drops
- Discomfort that worsens as the day progresses
If so, you may have dry eye syndrome. Take our dry eye quiz to find out!
You don’t have to suffer from dry eyes. Contact our office today for a customized treatment plan.