DEC - Dry Eye Treatment

“The good news is that after a thorough investigation, most people find that dry eye is relatively easy to manage.”

During a dry eye assessment, we will carefully consider your own symptoms, health history and environment. We will then undertake a specialist examination of your eyes and tears, and once we have determined the causes of your discomfort, we will recommend the best way to alleviate your symptoms and ensure that you leave knowing exactly how to treat your particular condition with a bespoke care plan. We will then invite you to return for follow-up appointments to fine tune your treatment.

This is a private fee service and is not covered by the NHS.

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I have been suffering with dry eyes for more than a year and, on several occasions, endured sharp pains in my eyes upon waking up, where my eyes had dried out so badly overnight. I visited Perfect Vision and underwent the heat mask treatment and eyelid cleanse with the optician.

Both the optician and Karen made me feel at ease during my visit. I have been using the eye drops recommended before sleeping and can honestly say that since the visit and the advice given by the optician, my eyes have felt much better.

It's early days, but long may it continue. I would recommend this treatment and these professionals.

Shawn Bridge

Accountant

What is it and who gets it?

The term “dry eye” is self-explanatory - eyes that aren’t fresh, moist and comfortable.

The problem affects over 40% of the population, but over 40's and people who wear contact lenses are particularly susceptible.

Dry eye means that your eyes may not be making enough tears, that the tears which are being produced are of poor quality or that the tears that are produced evaporate away faster than they should. The normal function of tears is to keep the surface of the eye wet and lubricated, so any shortage of tears or reduction in their quality can produce a gritty, burning sensation of the eyes and can also disturb vision.

Tell-tale signs

Common signs and symptoms include:

Discomfort: your eyes burn, sting, feel gritty or are sensitive to light. Foreign body sensation: you feel as if you have something in your eye.

Redness: bloodshot eyes always indicate a problem. Sometimes, it’s dry eye.

Fatigue: your eyes seem to tire easily, especially when reading, watching television or using a computer.

Watering: it may sound strange, but in some cases the problem is tear quality not quantity, and it is possible to have very watery eyes that are still drying out.

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If you only have an occasional, mild dry eye, the following can help.

Give your eyes a rest: Take breaks while reading or working at a computer.

Look away from the monitor or book to let your eyes focus on things that are far away and blink.

Environment: Fans or air conditioning vents can send a continuous air current across the surface of your eyes.

Combine this with staring at a computer or TV and it’s a problem.

Add water: If the air is dry at home or at work, use a humidifier.

Drink plenty of water also, to hydrate from the inside out.

Keep it clean: Steer clear of eye irritants, such as heavy pollution or smoke.

That includes avoiding smoking (smokers are more likely to have dry eye) or being near people who are smoking.

Give dryness the drop: Lubricant drops called artificial tears work like natural tears to hydrate and restore the health of the eye’s surface. Please ask which ones are best for you.

Contact lens wearers who have dry eyes may consider the following strategies.

Try contact lenses made specifically for dry-eye sufferers. Certain lens materials are designed to help minimise the symptoms of dry eyes. Our optometrist may recommend their use and knows which lens cleaning and disinfecting solutions are compatible with the type of lenses you are wearing. If you stray from the prescribed solution, your eyes may feel dry and uncomfortable.

Add moisture throughout the day: Re-wetting drops can refresh your eyes throughout the day, even whilst you’re wearing your contact lenses.

Clean lenses properly: Follow our optometrist’s instructions to care for your lenses.

If you need a refresher course, you can find directions on the solution bottle or package insert or, better still - ask our optometrist.

Clean lenses are less likely to irritate your eyes.

Try this simple indicator test if you think you may suffer from dry eye

Stare at the numbers.
Gently blink twice and start reading the numbers immediately after the second blink.
Avoid blinking for as long as possible.
Stop when you feel discomfort or when your vision fogs.
If you stop counting before number 10, you may have dry eye

Assessment & Aftercare

Assessment

At Perfect Vision Opticians, we prioritise your eye health with our exclusive Dry Eye Assessment, a comprehensive examination lasting up to one hour. This personalized evaluation delves deep into understanding the root causes and impacts of your dry eye symptoms, enabling us to craft a customized, long-term treatment plan.

HERE'S WHAT OUR DRY EYE ASSESSMENT COVERS:

1. Ocular Surface and Tear Film Evaluation: Our painless diagnostic dyes are applied for a brief 10 minutes, revealing crucial insights into the health and quality of your eye's front surface and tear film. This process has no impact on your vision but provides vital information.

2. Eyelids and Lashes Examination: We assess the functionality of tear glands and investigate the presence of other ocular conditions such as blepharitis by examining your eyelids and lashes.

3. Tear Quality Assessment: Determining the stability of your tear film and its interaction with the ocular surface is crucial. Our assessment focuses on evaluating tear quality to better understand your overall eye health.

Upon completion of the assessment, we have developed a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your unique dry eye condition. This plan may include various treatments, at-home remedies, or a combination of both, ensuring effective and personalized dry eye management.

To ensure your progress, a follow-up visit is scheduled, allowing us to monitor your response to the treatment plan and make any necessary adjustments. At Perfect Vision Opticians, we are committed to providing you with the specialized care you deserve for optimal eye health.

Aftercare

Managing Dry Eye tends to require an ongoi.ng treatment plan. Here at Perfect Vision we will review your treatment plan your progress, and make any necessary adjustments to your dry eye routine. If you require regular aftercare we provide a cost effective monthly plan to cover all of your eye health needs

Dry, Itchy, or Sore Eyes? Find Relief Here!

Dry eyes can be uncomfortable and impact your daily life.

At Perfect Vision Opticians, we specialise in diagnosing and treating dry eye conditions with the latest solutions, from specialised eye drops to personalised treatment plans.

Take the first step towards clearer, more comfortable vision.

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