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Dry Eye Essentials - Keeping Optimal Eye Health in Calgary

Do you ever suffer from gritty, blurry, sensitive, irritated or red eyes? You might be experiencing dry eyes. Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or the right type of tears to keep them moist and comfortable. Fortunately, at the Glenmore Landing Vision we have the tools to diagnose the severity of your dry eye and the essential products and treatment plans to help you find relief from dry eye symptoms.

Do you have dry eyes? Take our Dry-Eye Questionnaire.

Dry eye can be triggered by several factors, including:

Long hours on digital screens
Aging
Dry or windy environments
Certain medications
Contact lens wear

Whatever the cause or your dry eye, normal everyday activities like reading, driving, or working on a computer can become very painful and irritating.

How We Treat Dry Eye at the Glenmore Landing Vision

At our optometry clinic, we offer a variety of dry eye essential treatments that target the root cause of your discomfort. Here’s a closer look at some of the solutions:

Lid Scrubs

Lid scrubs are a gentle way to clean your eyelids and remove any debris, oils, or bacteria that can contribute to dry eye. Regular use can help keep your eyelids clean and support better tear production. We’ll recommend specific scrubs and show you how to use them for the best results.

Ointments

Ointments can provide longer-lasting moisture, especially at night. Applied before bed, they help keep your eyes hydrated while you sleep, reducing morning dryness. These ointments are thicker than drops, offering extended relief when you need it most.

Eye Drops

Eye drops, also known as artificial tears, offer quick relief by adding moisture to the eye's surface. Whether you need occasional relief or more regular use, we can guide you toward the right drops for your needs, including preservative-free options for sensitive eyes.

Vitamin Supplements

Certain vitamins, like Omega-3 fatty acids, can help improve tear quality and reduce inflammation, offering natural support for dry eye relief. We can recommend supplements that are specifically formulated to support eye health, helping to boost moisture from within.