Dry Eye Care in Clinton Township
Burning, gritty or tired-feeling eyes can make reading, screen time and everyday activities frustrating. At Dr. Schwartz Optometrist and Associates, we evaluate dry-eye symptoms and discuss care based on what we find, rather than choosing the same treatment for everyone.
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What dry eye can feel like
Dry eye may cause burning, a scratchy feeling, redness, light sensitivity or blurry vision. It can happen when your eyes produce too few tears or when tears evaporate too quickly. Symptoms alone cannot tell you the cause, so an eye examination is a useful starting point. [1]
Looking for the cause
We will discuss your symptoms, medications, contact lens use and daily routines, and examine your eyes and eyelids. Our dry-eye testing includes the Keratograph 5M, which can image the oil-producing meibomian glands in your eyelids and measure how quickly the tear film breaks up. These findings help guide a conversation about your care. [2]
Bring a list of the eye drops and other treatments you have tried, including what helped and what did not. Learn more about our dry-eye testing.
A care plan that fits your findings
Depending on the cause, dry-eye care may involve artificial tears, prescription eye drops or changes to your surroundings and screen habits. Your doctor can explain which options make sense for you. Do not stop a prescribed medication without discussing it with the clinician who manages it. [1]
Our practice also offers intense pulsed light (IPL) and radiofrequency (RF). These are options to discuss after an evaluation, not treatments everyone with dry-eye symptoms needs.
IPL
IPL uses pulses of light applied to the skin. Certain IPL devices are intended for dry eye associated with meibomian gland dysfunction. Suitability depends on the device, your eye findings, skin characteristics, medications and health history. Eye protection and appropriate screening matter; IPL is not risk-free. [3]
RF
RF uses radiofrequency energy to generate heat and has been studied for meibomian gland dysfunction, including in combination with IPL. Results from one device or treatment combination do not establish what another approach will do for you. Ask us how RF would fit your individual plan, including its potential benefits, limitations, risks and alternatives. [4]
Questions to bring to your visit
What appears to be causing my symptoms?
Which options would you recommend first, and why?
What benefits, risks, costs and follow-up should I expect?
How will we decide whether the plan is helping?
Talk with us about dry eye
To discuss recurring dry-eye symptoms, request an appointment or call our office. When booking, let us know that dry eye is the reason for your visit.
Dr. Schwartz Optometrist and Associates
37670 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI 48036