Dry Eye Treatment

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Dry Eye can have a major impact on your quality of life. You may find your eyes get tired faster or you have difficulty reading. Not to mention the discomfort of a burning sensation or blurry vision. Let’s take a look at dry eye treatments – from simple self-care to innovative prescriptions and therapies – to help you see clearly and comfortably.

What is Dry Eye?

Understanding dry eye will help you determine the best treatment option. Dry eye occurs when a person doesn't have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish the eye. Tears reduce eye infections, wash away foreign matter, and keep the eye’s surface smooth and clear. People with dry eyes either do not produce enough tears or their tears are poor quality. It’s a common and often chronic problem, especially in older adults.

Preventive Self-Care

Before we delve into more serious dry eye treatment options, here are a few simple self-care options that can manage minor cases of dry eye.

• Blink regularly when reading or staring at a computer screen for a long time.

• Make sure there’s adequate humidity in the air at work and at home.

• Wear sunglasses outside to reduce sun and wind exposure. Wraparound glasses are best.

• Take supplements with essential fatty acids as these may decrease dry eye symptoms.

• Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water each day to avoid dehydration.

• Find out if any of your prescriptions have dry eye as a side effect and if so, see if you can take an alternative.

Artificial Tears

For mild cases of dry eyes, the best option is over-the-counter eye drops. Here are a few tips for selecting the right one:

• Low viscosity – These artificial tears are watery. They often provide quick relief with little or no blurring of your vision, but their effect can be brief, and sometimes you must use these drops frequently to get adequate relief.

• High viscosity – These are more gel-like and provide longer-lasting lubrication. However, these drops can cause significant blurring of your vision for several minutes. For this reason, high-viscosity artificial tears are recommended at bedtime.

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What Is Envision Eye Care?

Envision is the new, revolutionary in-office technology offering procedures for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and the symptoms of dry eye. This breakthrough technology for dry eye disease was released by InMode and has been proven to treat the underlying cause of dry eye disease to provide long-term results.
 

Drug-Free Eye Relief

Dry eye symptoms can interfere with your comfort, focus, and quality of life. While options like artificial tears and warm compresses may offer short-term relief, they often don’t resolve the underlying issue causing the irritation. Forma-I Radiofrequency (RF) is designed to go deeper—targeting the source of dry eye to deliver more meaningful, longer-lasting results without the need for surgery or ongoing medication.

At Visionary Eye Care, we’re pleased to include Forma-I RF in our advanced dry eye care services. This treatment is fast, gentle, and requires little to no downtime, with many patients noticing improvement in just a few days. Under the care of Dr. Samantha Myers, you’ll receive a personalized evaluation to determine the best approach for your needs. If you’re seeking an effective, non-invasive way to relieve eye discomfort, Forma-I radiofrequency at Visionary Eye Care offers a modern solution you can feel confident about.
 

What Causes Dry Eyes?

Dry eye develops when your eyes do not produce enough tears—or when the tear film lacks the proper balance needed to keep the surface of the eye comfortable and protected. This condition is commonly associated with aging, environmental influences such as wind or low humidity, and certain medications. Individuals with skin conditions like rosacea are also at a higher risk, as inflammation around the eyelids can disrupt normal tear function and contribute to ongoing dryness.

A stable, healthy tear film is made up of water, oil, and mucus working together to maintain hydration and clarity. When the oil layer—produced by the Meibomian glands—is insufficient, tears evaporate too quickly, leading to the symptoms of dry eye syndrome. Our approach to treatment focuses on restoring proper Meibomian gland function, helping to improve tear stability and return lasting comfort and moisture to the eyes.
 

How Does It Work?

Forma-I RF Treatment:
Radiofrequency (RF) technology delivers controlled, consistent warmth to the eyelids, helping to soften and clear blockages within the oil glands. Simultaneously, gentle, targeted pressure is applied to encourage proper gland function and release of essential oils. This process supports the restoration of a stable tear film, improving lubrication and overall eye comfort.

Lumecca-I IPL Treatment:
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy is a versatile treatment used in both medical and aesthetic care. In the management of dry eye, IPL targets the Meibomian glands by delivering controlled pulses of light that gently warm the glands, helping to liquefy hardened oils and clear obstructions. In addition, the treatment reduces bacteria and inflammation along the eyelid margins, supporting healthier gland function and improved tear quality.
 

Benefits of Non-Surgical Dry Eye Treatment

• No Surgery: Envision dry eye care is a non-surgical treatment that does not require any type of cutting or stitching.

• No Anesthesia: Since this is a non-invasive procedure, there is no need for anesthesia or sedation and the risks carried with them.

• Safe and Effective: Both the Forma-I and Lumecca-I treatments have been shown to be safe and effective in treating dry eye symptoms.

• Quick Recovery: Patients can usually expect to see results within a few days of treatment, with no significant downtime or discomfort associated with the procedure.

• Long-Lasting Results: After undergoing Envision dry eye care, patients often experience long-lasting relief from their dry eye symptoms, with some experiencing relief from dry eye symptoms for up to six months.
   

After Your Treatment: Recovery & Results

Following treatment, patients can return to their normal daily routine without limitations, as there is little to no downtime involved. Mild redness or slight swelling in the treated area may occur, but these effects are temporary and typically resolve within a few hours. Many patients begin to notice relief after just one session; however, a series of treatments—usually three sessions spaced about a month apart—is recommended for optimal results.

After completing the full course of care, patients often experience lasting improvement in dry eye symptoms and Meibomian gland function. Depending on the underlying cause and severity of the condition, periodic maintenance treatments—typically once a year—may be advised to help sustain these results.