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Dry Eye Treatment in Bryan

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(419) 636-1531

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Northwest Ohio Vision Center for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Bryan eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
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- Oct. 07, 2024
Great staff, great service, great options for glasses - always a great experience!
- Sep. 30, 2024
My family has had fantastic experiences at Northwest Ohio Vision Center over the years. They have pr... ovided quick and outstanding emergency help on numerous occasions as well as high quality annual eye care.
- Sep. 09, 2024
Friendly staff and great service!
- Aug. 24, 2024
Dr. Richmond and staff are the best
- Aug. 14, 2024
Dr. Spiess was all around great help!
- Aug. 04, 2024
Thorough, professional, and friendly!!! Highly recommend!
- Aug. 03, 2024
Good experience. Staff polite and professional
- Aug. 02, 2024
My first time there. They were friendly, polite and no surprises.
- Jul. 26, 2024
Great place! Friendly and very helpful! Would definitely recommend!
- Jul. 26, 2024
Very through exams and Awesome staff!
- Jul. 22, 2024
NW Ohio Vision Center is great. The Staff is very friendly and helpful. They take the time to addr... ess any vision concerns and answer all your questions. After all the testing my prescription always comes out great.
- Jul. 20, 2024
Everyone is very helpful and kind.
- Jul. 19, 2024
Great location to find family eye care specialists ranging from the ladies that run the front desk a... ll the way up to the doctors themselves! All are friendly and kind! Great job everyone!
- Jul. 04, 2024
Dr. Richmond is amazing and goes above and beyond for her patients.
- Jun. 14, 2024
Dr. Spiess has been great to work with. He gets right to point and is real level-headed in his appro... ach.
- Jun. 06, 2024
Fast and very professional visit. Equipment is top notch - All staff and Dr. Spiess are great. Thank... you!
- May. 10, 2024
Amazing clinic with extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff helping you every step of the process...
- May. 01, 2024
Great place for your eye care
- Apr. 29, 2024
Very happy with the staff and ability to get me in short notice before my insurance lapsed. Front de... sk staff was friendly and welcoming, the tech did fantastic with addressing any concerns and waking me through the steps of the appointment, the Dr was prompt and reassuring. Definitely recommend for your vision needs.
- Apr. 27, 2024
Great servic and friendly folks!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Bryan

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Hours
  • 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
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  • VSP
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