Our Dry Eye Care
Dry eye is a common condition that can cause discomfort and affect how your eyes feel throughout the day. At Granite Pointe Eye Care Inc An Optometric Corporation, our team evaluates your symptoms and eye health to better understand factors that may be contributing to dry eye. Based on your exam, we may recommend a range of care options to help improve comfort.
Dry Eye & Common Symptoms
- Dried-out or dehydrated eyes
- Red-looking or bloodshot appearing eyes
- Stinging, burning, or scratching sensation
- Sensitivity to light
- Blurry vision
- Watery eyes
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If you are experiencing these symptoms, an eye exam can help determine whether dry eye may be a contributing factor. During your visit, we evaluate your tear film and eye surface and discuss options that may help improve your comfort based on your individual needs.
Treatment Options
Based on your evaluation, your optometrist may recommend one or more of the following options as part of your care plan:
Lumecca-I
Lumecca-I is the most powerful intense pulsed light (IPL) designed to treat pigmented and vascular lesions. Lumecca-I creates tissue heating which helps to reduce inflammation and target Ocular Rosacea. Operating through photothermolysis, Lumecca delivers a comfortable yet highly effective light treatment, providing relief and rejuvenation for dry, irritated eyes. Treatment is performed right in our office. There is no general anesthesia, no incisions, or downtime. Most clients find the treatments very comfortable. Your provider will discuss in detail with you the specifics of your customized treatment plan and how it will address your individual condition.
Forma-I
This is an innovative non surgical procedure that delivers bipolar frequency (RF) technology to smaller, more delicate subdermal layers. It’s a very effective treatment for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) Forma-I feels like a warm massage in the eye area, improving blood circulation, liquefying oil blockages within the glands, and stimulating collagen for skin tightening. Experience the rejuvenating effects of Forma-I, customized for your specific needs, to enhance comfort and promote optimal eye health and relieve your symptoms of Dry Eye.
Amniotic Membranes
Though not exclusively used for dry eye treatment, amniotic membranes are a newer technology that can restore and heal the cornea, relieving some forms and symptoms of dry eye. These are similar to contact lenses but are designed to specifically reduce inflammation and irritation of the cornea.
Eye Drops
We frequently use medicated and specialty eye drops that are engineered to provide stronger relief and medicate your eyes during dry eye treatment. Our team is skilled in identifying the correct dosage for your vision needs, so you always get exactly what your eyes require!
Vitamins
Other methods for soothing dry eye syndrome are specific vitamins and other supplements. We’re experts at figuring out the exact combination of vitamins and supplements to keep your eyes hydrated, so ask us how we can help today!
TearCare®
This innovative, wearable technology clears blockages in your meibomian glands, which can cause dry eye symptoms. Our eye doctors use TearCare® to apply localized heat and manually express the glands, providing you with long-lasting relief.
LipiFlow®
The LipiFlow® Thermal Pulsation Therapy is a safe and comfortable procedure that can treat your dry eye in as quick as 15 minutes or less. This process gently applies heat directly to your eyelids to unblock the glands responsible for providing the crucial oil component to your tears, relieving symptoms.
BlephEx®
During a BlephEx® in-office treatment, our doctors will finely spin a soft, medical-grade micro sponge along your eyelids and lashes, cleaning and clearing off any bacterial biofilm that can contribute to dry eye. When performed, BlephEx® can eliminate blockages that prevent healthy tear formation.
Order Vitamins & Supplements Online
HydroEye® vitamins and supplements are available for online ordering. If recommended by your optometrist, these products may be included as part of your overall care plan.
Dr. John M. Okamoto, O.D.
Dr. Ralph Baker, O.D.
Dr. Frances Leung, O.D.
Dr. Randall F. Fuerst, O.D.
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Dr. Kiran Gill, O.D.
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Dr. Melody Quenzer, O.D.
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Dr. Christina McGhee, O.D.
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