Dry Eye Management
in Missouri

At Premier Eyecare Associates, our eye doctors are skilled at diagnosing and managing dry eye disease and its symptoms so you can live life with comfortable vision and healthy eyes. Many people struggle with the painful and distracting issues caused by dry eye, but with our advanced treatments, you won’t be one of them.

What is Dry Eye Disease?

There are two different types of dry eye disease — aqueous (a lack of tears) and evaporative (low-quality tears). Both forms of dry eye disease cause symptoms and side effects that can range from slightly annoying to extremely painful, negatively affecting your quality of life and your ability to complete daily activities. Dry eye has many causes, some of which include meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), poor eyelid hygiene, medications you may be taking, and more.

Symptoms

  • Burning
  • Redness
  • Itching
  • Grittiness
  • Watery eyes
  • Headaches

Causes

  • Screen time
  • Poor eyelid hygiene
  • Medications
  • Allergies
  • Lifestyle
Premier Eyecare Associates - Dry Eye Disease
Dry eye treatments at Premier Eyecare Associates

Why Choose Us

Our caring doctors dedicate themselves to identifying the unique cause of your dry eye so we can provide you with the tailored solutions you need. After an in-depth conversation with you about your symptoms and lifestyle, we’ll use our advanced technologies to pinpoint the source of your case and begin building your thorough dry eye treatment plan.

Our Premier Dry Eye Treatments

Effective dry eye solutions aren’t “one size fits all,” which is why we offer treatments customized to your specific dry eye cause. Here are some of our options for dry eye care:

iLux®:

The Systane® iLux® MGD Treatment Device is used in-office to boost your tear quality. This painless procedure gently applies heat to the eyelid to unclog the meibomian glands and allow the oils from them to flow, improving your tear film to keep your eyes hydrated.

Scleral Contact Lenses:

These specialty lenses allow you to safely and comfortably correct your vision and are a great option for people who experience dry eye or discomfort from regular contacts. Scleral lenses cover the entire eye, acting as a barrier against air and debris and locking in tears, which helps your eyes retain moisture and stay protected. We’re also proud to have the region’s premier scleral lens specialist on staff at Premier Eyecare Associates.

Eye drops:

Based on your dry eye cause, our doctors may recommend the use of eye drops to lubricate your eyes and provide you with the relief you need. There are many types over-the-counter and prescription dry eye drops, and we’ll help determine which one is right for you.

At-home solutions:

Our optometrists will use the knowledge of your lifestyle and type of dry eye to suggest customized home remedies for you. We’ll encourage regimen changes to improve your tears and prevent eye strain, such as omega-3 supplements, drinking more water, and using blue light glasses during screen time.

Premier dry eye treatments in Missouri

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Our Convenient
Locations

  • Brookfield
  • Carrollton
  • Chillicothe
  • Kirksville
  • Trenton
Brookfield
431 S Main St.
Brookfield, MO 64628
(660) 227-5864

Important Notice: The Chillicothe location will temporarily move to our Brookfield office for a remodel from January 20th to April 14th. We look forward to serving you in Brookfield and welcoming you back to a refreshed Chillicothe location soon!