Dry Eyes

Dry Eyes Treatment in Castle Rock, CO

Dry eye syndrome is a condition in which the eyes become dry and irritated due to a lack of proper lubrication. Common symptoms of dry eye syndrome include, but aren't limited to:

Our doctors recommend a full eye examination to help pinpoint the exact cause of the dry eyes and help avoid further complications.

• Dryness

• Itchiness

• Gritty/sandy sensation in the eyes

• Burning

• Fatigue in the eyes

• Sensitivity to light

• Blurred vision
  

What causes dry eye syndrome?

Dry eyes are a sign that your eyes lack sufficient lubrication. Healthy tears consist of a layer of oil, water, and mucus that work together to keep the eye moist, prevent evaporation of the liquid, and provide an even layer of coverage. Tears also contain nutrients crucial in maintaining healthy eyes. If you have dry eyes, you either don’t make enough tears, or the tears lack a critical ingredient like oil or mucus.

Tear production naturally decreases as you age, which lowers the quality and quantity of tears. Dry eyes can also be caused by medical interventions, diseases, or drug therapy. It’s vital that you don’t ignore dry eyes. Aside from being uncomfortable, excessive dry eyes can lead to infection, physical damage to the eye, and vision problems.

How is dry eye syndrome treated?

Treatment for dry eye syndrome varies based on its cause and severity, which is why patients need to see an eye care specialist like our doctors. Store-bought eye drops may provide relief for mild cases so long as they’re doctor-recommended.

Other medications for dry eye syndrome include prescription eye drops to control inflammation and stimulate tear production, or eye inserts that act as artificial tears. Targeted procedures can also close tear ducts to reduce tear loss or unblock oil glands. For example, for some dry eye cases, a LipiFlow procedure may be the best option (see image).

The eye doctors at Founders Eyecare will work with you to develop drug therapy and home care plans to prevent further dry eye problems and improve your vision and quality of life in the process.

How does the LipiFlow procedure work?

Over time, the Meibomian glands can become blocked or damaged, resulting in a decreased production of lipids that lubricate and moisturize the eye. Our doctors use the LipiFlow procedure to reopen those glands and increase your tear production.

The procedure is easily performed in the Founders Eyecare office, it’s relatively painless, and can be completed in a few short minutes.

During the procedure, heat and pressure from special activators are applied to the inner portion of your eyelid.

They can easily alter the pressure to the most appropriate levels, and they control the heat precisely through pulsations that encourage the glands to start producing the lipids needed to maintain sufficient moisture levels in the eyes.

What is Dry Eye?

Symptoms:

• Dry sensat

• Scratchy, gritty feeling

• Burning or stinging

• Itching

• Fluctuating or blurry vision

• Excess tearing (watery eyes)

• Mucous discharge

• Irritation from wind or smoke

• Redness

• Tired eyes

• Light sensitivity

• Contact lens discomfort

• Contact lens solution sensitivity

• Lid infections/sties

• Eyelids stuck together at awakening

Advanced Dry Eye Treatment Options

Targeted • Effective • Root-Cause Relief

Our advanced dry eye treatments at Founders Eyecare are designed to correct the root cause of dryness, burning, redness, and irritation. These therapies work beneath the surface to restore natural tear function and provide long-lasting comfort.
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Root-Cause Solutions Now Available

• Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

IPL reduces inflammation the most common root cause of chronic dry eye - while opening clogged glands and improving natural oil flow.

• Red Light Therapy

Red Light Therapy reduces inflammation, encourages natural healing, and supports healthy tear production.

• LipiFlow Thermal Pulsation

LipiFlow gently warms and massages the eyelids to clear blocked Meibomian glands and restore long-term tear stability.

Why Patients Choose Our Approach

• Treats the source of the problem, not just symptoms
• Personalized treatment plans tailored to your needs
• Gentle, non-invasive, clinically proven technology
• Focused on long-lasting comfort and clarity

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Founders Eyecare • Relief That Starts at the Root