Restore Comfort & Clarity with Dry Eye Relief
Dry eye is more than an irritation; it’s a disruption to your day, affecting everything from work productivity to weekend fun.
Whether you’re focusing on your digital screen, relaxing by the lake, or cruising down iconic Route 66, dry eye can turn everyday activities into a challenge. Plus, it can make wearing contact lenses uncomfortable.
At Reid Eye Care, our experienced team is ready to help. We know that dry eye affects quality of life, and we’re committed to providing personalized treatments to ease your symptoms and restore eye health.
Schedule an appointment today for dry eye therapy.
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Common Symptoms of Dry Eye
Dry eye can cause various symptoms, from mild annoyances to severe discomfort. Some common symptoms of dry eye include:
- Dry or gritty sensation
- Burning or stinging
- Excessive tearing
- Light sensitivity
- Blurred vision
- Eye fatigue
- Red or irritated eyes
By understanding your symptoms, we can provide personalized relief for your specific concerns and eye health.
What Causes Dry Eye?
Multiple factors can cause dry eye symptoms.
Aging plays a role, as we produce fewer tears as we age. Certain medications, like antihistamines, and health conditions, like Sjogren’s syndrome, can also contribute to dry eyes. Sometimes, it’s due to environmental conditions like wind, dry air, or excessive air conditioning.
One common culprit is meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), a condition that affects the tiny oil glands in your eyelids, leading to poor tear quality.
We can help identify the cause of your symptoms to provide effective treatment.
IPL Therapy: A Brighter Approach to Relief
Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a noninvasive treatment that targets the underlying causes of dry eye, such as poor tear quality and meibomian gland dysfunction.
IPL delivers gentle light pulses to the eyelids to help:
- Soothe inflammation by calming tissue around the eyes
- Stimulate oil production by melting trapped oils clogged in the meibomian glands
- Reduce bacteria by removing harmful bacteria that contribute to blepharitis and dry eye
IPL treatments are quick with no downtime. Most patients experience significant, long-lasting relief, including less dryness, reduced eye fatigue, and improved vision.
More Treatment Options
Alongside IPL therapy, we provide various options to help you manage dry eye, whether you’re relaxing at home or on the go.
Punctal Plugs
Punctal plugs are tiny medical devices placed into your tear ducts to slow the drainage of tears. The plugs can help your natural moisture layer last longer, preventing dryness and irritation and keeping your eyes comfortable throughout the day.
Amniotic Membranes
Amniotic membranes are thin, sterile membranes derived from donated natural tissue. When applied to the eye, they act like a protective bandage on the eye’s surface to help reduce inflammation and promote healing.
Prescription Eye Drops
Prescription eye drops are custom-formulated to address specific dry eye symptoms. Unlike over-the-counter eye drops, these can include lubricating drops to restore your eye’s natural moisture or medicated drops to reduce inflammation.
Scleral Contact Lenses
Scleral lenses are large, gas-permeable specialty contact lenses. While standard contact lenses rest directly on the cornea, scleral lenses vault over it. Their unique shape creates a tear reservoir, providing consistent moisture and relief for severe dry eyes.
Don’t Put Up with Discomfort: Get Relief with Dry Eye Therapy
If you’re experiencing dry eye, don’t let discomfort hold you back. We’ll work with you to understand your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan to get you back to seeing comfortably. Book your consultation for dry eye therapy today.
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You can’t miss our location in the center of East Ryder Street, with convenient street parking available out front.
Our Address
- 110 E Ryder St.
- Litchfield, IL 62056
Contact Information
- Phone: 217-324-2762
- Fax: 217-324-2086
- Email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Our Brands
Reid Eye Care offers vision with style. We’ve curated an incredible collection of frames, from sleek and modern to classic and timeless. Whether you’re a trendsetter or traditionalist, you’ll find the pair to complement your unique style.
And when it comes to lenses, we’re committed to providing quality. From everyday wear to specialized prescriptions, our team will guide you through the options to get the clarity and performance you need to see your world in the sharpest detail.
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Reid Eye Care
- 110 E Ryder St.
- Litchfield, IL 62056
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P: 217-324-2762
F: 217-324-2086
[email protected]