Wondering why symptoms change? Learn about seasonal triggers, home relief, and dry eye treatment with Danville Optometric Group in Danville, California. […]
Dry Eye in Winter vs. Summer: Why Your Symptoms Change with the Seasons
Can Diet and Lifestyle Help with Dry Eye Symptoms?
Sometimes, the gritty, scratchy, and burning sensation of dry eye just won’t go away. You reach for eye drops, but the relief is temporary. While drops can provide a quick fix, small changes to your daily routine can also make a significant difference in your comfort, especially when combined with a professional treatment plan. Yes, […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Light Sensitivity?
No one enjoys feeling like sand is stuck under their eyelids or shielding their eyes from bright lights. But these seemingly minor annoyances could be symptoms of more significant, interconnected conditions—dry eye syndrome and light sensitivity. Dry eyes can cause several uncomfortable symptoms, including causing light sensitivity. Dry eye syndrome is a chronic condition for […]
Can Stress Cause Dry Eyes?
Dry eyes are more than just an uncomfortable inconvenience—they’re a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Causes of dry eyes range from allergies to medical conditions or age, and research even indicates that unmanaged stress can cause dry eyes. As varied as the causes of dry eyes are, so are their potential treatments. For […]
What Is OptiLight?
When you live with dry eye disease, that burning sensation can quickly affect your quality of life. It’s perfectly natural to want to try anything to find relief! Fortunately, our team can help you find relief from your dry eyes through dry eye therapy—using advanced treatments like OptiLight. OptiLight by Lumenis is the first FDA-approved […]
Can Dry Eye Cause Blurry Vision?
Ever noticed your vision becoming blurry, especially after spending hours staring at a screen or during a dry, windy day? You might be surprised to learn that dry eyes could be the culprit. While it’s common to think of dry eyes as just a minor irritation, they can actually have a significant impact on your […]
How Long Does IPL Last for Dry Eye?
IPL therapy for dry eye usually takes a series of 4 treatments to see significant results with IPL, which can last around 6 months to a year. […]
RF Treatment for Dry Eyes: What Does It Do?
Debilitating dry eyes can feel like an affliction of the modern age, with our screen-centric lives leading to more and more cases of dry eye. While over-the-counter eye drops and lifestyle changes like screen breaks can offer some temporary comfort, a real solution is often necessary for long-term relief from chronic dry eye. You may […]
IPL Dry Eye Treatment Side Effects: What To Expect
Dry eye syndrome is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s a chronic condition that causes the eyes to feel dry, gritty, and irritated. It can be frustrating to manage, but luckily, various treatments are available to help alleviate dry eye symptoms. One of the most popular treatments for dry eyes is intense […]
Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?
Many people have experienced waking up with a scratchy, burning, dry sensation in their eyes. If you have woken up with any of these symptoms, you may have had dry eye. Dry eyes upon waking up can result from insufficient tears, poor-quality tears, tear evaporation, or eyes that remain partially open during sleep. If you’re […]
