Treatment for Your Dry Eye Symptoms
Hydration is an essential piece of your overall eye health. When your tears do not provide enough lubrication for your eyes, dry eye disease can occur. Stinging and burning from dry eyes can be uncomfortable and at times unbearable, but help is on the way!
We want your eyes to be comfortable and happy, so please contact us for dry eye treatment options in San Jose. Our team of eye doctors at Ladera Ranch Optometry are here to help.
What Causes Dry Eye Disease?
A lack of tear production often causes dry eyes. Tear film dysfunction can be caused by:
- Hormonal changes
- Aging
- Allergies
- Autoimmune diseases
- Inflamed eyelid glands
- Consistent exposure to smoky, windy, or dusty environments
- Prolonged screen use
- Use of contact lenses for an extended time
Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
The most common symptoms of dry eye disease include:
- A stinging, burning sensation in your eyes
- Mucus in or around your eyes
- Light Sensitivity
- Redness
- Difficulty wearing contact lenses
- Blurred vision or eye fatigue
Relief for Your Irritated Eyes
Treatments differ depending on the root cause of the disease. However, the most common treatments for dry eye disease can include:
- Artificial tears
- Blocking of tear ducts
- Prescription eye drops
- Warm compresses
- Eyelid cleansers
Ladera Ranch Optometry is here to provide the relief you need whenever you’re ready to start. Please contact us today!
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Visit Us
You can find us at the Ladera Corporate Terrace on Corporate Drive, in the same building as Coastal Kids Pediatric. Same day appointments available! Welcoming new patients.
- 333 Corporate Drive Suite 120
- Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Our Hours
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed