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Dry Eye Treatment in Newnan, GA

Burning, itching, watery eyes? Dry eye is more than a nuisance — it's a treatable condition. Our doctors find the root cause and create a personalized plan for lasting relief.

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Understanding Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease occurs when your eyes don't produce enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly. It's one of the most common eye conditions, affecting millions of Americans. Causes include aging, hormonal changes, medications, screen time, environmental factors, and meibomian gland dysfunction.

Left untreated, chronic dry eye can damage the surface of your eyes and affect your quality of life.

Our Diagnostic Approach

Effective dry eye treatment starts with a thorough diagnostic workup to identify the specific type and cause of your dry eye. Our doctors use advanced testing to build a complete picture of your tear film health.

Comprehensive tear film evaluation and analysis
Meibomian gland imaging and expression
Tear break-up time and osmolarity testing
Ocular surface staining to assess damage
Review of medications and environmental factors
Assessment of lid health and blink patterns

Personalized Treatment Plans

There's no one-size-fits-all solution for dry eye. Based on your diagnosis, we create a customized treatment plan that may include artificial tears and lubricants, prescription anti-inflammatory drops, punctal plugs to retain natural tears, warm compresses and lid hygiene therapy, omega-3 supplementation recommendations, environmental and lifestyle modifications, and ongoing monitoring to adjust your treatment as needed.

Why Choose Us for Dry Eye Treatment

Targeted diagnosis and lasting relief — not just temporary fixes.

Root Cause Diagnosis

We don't just treat symptoms. Our comprehensive dry eye workup identifies the specific cause of your discomfort so we can target treatment effectively.

Personalized Treatment

Your treatment plan is tailored to your unique tear film, lifestyle, and severity level. We adjust as needed until you find lasting relief.

Advanced Diagnostics

Meibomian gland imaging, tear osmolarity testing, and ocular surface analysis give us a detailed picture of your dry eye condition.

Ongoing Support

Dry eye is often a chronic condition. We provide long-term management and regular check-ins to keep your symptoms under control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes dry eye?

Dry eye has many potential causes including aging, hormonal changes (especially in women), certain medications (antihistamines, blood pressure medications, antidepressants), extended screen time, environmental factors like dry air or wind, autoimmune conditions, and meibomian gland dysfunction. Our diagnostic evaluation helps identify your specific contributing factors.

Is dry eye curable?

While dry eye is often a chronic condition, it is very manageable with the right treatment plan. Many patients experience significant improvement in comfort and quality of life. The key is identifying the underlying cause and using targeted treatments. Some patients achieve long-lasting relief, while others benefit from ongoing maintenance therapy.

What treatments do you offer for dry eye?

We offer a comprehensive range of dry eye treatments including preservative-free artificial tears, prescription anti-inflammatory eye drops, punctal plugs to help retain your natural tears, warm compress and lid hygiene protocols, meibomian gland expression, omega-3 supplementation guidance, and environmental and lifestyle modification counseling.

How long does dry eye treatment take to work?

Treatment timelines vary depending on the severity and cause of your dry eye. Some patients notice improvement within a few days of starting treatment, while others may need several weeks for prescription medications to take full effect. Punctal plugs typically provide immediate improvement in tear retention. We'll set clear expectations and monitor your progress.

Can screen time cause dry eye?

Yes. Extended screen time is a significant contributor to dry eye symptoms. When focusing on screens, people tend to blink less frequently, which leads to increased tear evaporation. We recommend following the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. We can also discuss other strategies to reduce screen-related dry eye.