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Dry Eye Treatment in Scottsdale

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(480) 614-0055

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 20/20 Image Eye Center - Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale 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
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 29, 2024
Staff were polite and professional. Dr. Heene was wonderful, professional, and caring. She really li... stened to my concerns and did the necessary tests.
- Nov. 28, 2024
Dr Heene is beyond kind, professional and makes vision and eye exams easy for patients to understand... and she listens to wants and needs. I high recommend seeing her. You will not be disappointed.
- Nov. 12, 2024
great service. so nice and helpful. great attitude and lovely conversation.
- Oct. 27, 2024
Michelle and her team were absolutely wonderful! Patient and thorough, they made me feel at ease. Th... e building was clean and professional as well.
- Oct. 25, 2024
Dr Siegel was very professional, friendly, and engaging. The staff is friendly and helpful. Office... has lots of options for every type of eyewear
- Oct. 07, 2024
I'm grateful to have been a 20/20 Image Eye Center patient for nearly 17 years. They've been helpful... and professional throughout the years. I look forward to many more years of eye care with this group.
- Oct. 04, 2024
Great place to go for your vision needs. I absolutely recommend going.
- Sep. 11, 2024
Dr. Heene takes the time to explain your eye health so that you can make informed decisions regardin... g treatment selection. Best eye exam I have ever experienced. I recommend her to everyone.
- Sep. 05, 2024
Great dr and amazing staff! Very helpful and accommodating.
- Aug. 27, 2024
Everyone was so prompt, kind & informative from start to finish!
- Jul. 23, 2024
This is the best one stop shop in vision and eyewear. I can see so much better through my awesome n... ew Oliver Peoples glasses. The team there is so nice and friendly. Thank you all!
- Jun. 28, 2024
Friendly and professional staff, decent selection of frames and quick turnaround.
- Jun. 25, 2024
Dr. Heene is so a very knowledgable and friendly doctor.
- May. 16, 2024
Office was amazing and very helpful with my vision issues. They did a thorough job on my exam and ex... plained everything well.
- May. 08, 2024
I had a really great experience! I was worried about going here because of the bad reviews. I chose ... 20/20 image eye center because it’s literally around the corner from where I live and is in my insurance network. Everyone was really nice to me. They were also respectful and professional! All of my questions were answered with kindness! They never tried to sell me anything I didn’t want and I was given choices. When I said no to something, we moved along. I received a copy of my contact lenses prescription and my glasses prescription!
- Feb. 16, 2024
Been a long time customer. Very prompt and great service.
- Feb. 11, 2024
Very impressed and so grateful for the wonderful care we received from everyone in the team. Dr. Nad... eau was amazing with my daughter and me. So grateful to have found such a wonderful place for our eye care.
- Jan. 31, 2024
One of the best experiences Ive ever had at an eye appointment. Dr. Heene was extremely professiona... l and detailed, I really appreciated her approach and kind attitude. 10/10 would recommend!
- Jan. 30, 2024
Dr. Nadeau is fantastic! All the staff are friendly and professional.
- Nov. 18, 2023
Everything was great.

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Scottsdale

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