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Dry Eye Treatment in Concord

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(314) 842-5858

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 Crown Vision Center - Tesson Ferry 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 Concord 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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- Sep. 19, 2024
Se my qppt up online... the staff was perfect. The Dr. Explained everything clearly to me... very... pleasant experience
- Aug. 22, 2024
Wonderful team! I always get the best service each and every time I come in. I commute almost 40 min... utes to this particular location, Tesson Ferry, because of their staff and because they are literally the only ones who can get my glasses just the way I need them. I’ve been to other places and will continue to come back, even though they are out of network because they get the lens right every time. Thank you Tesson Ferry Crown Vision! You guys are the best and I hope you guys don’t retire anytime soon because you all are so genuinely nice, funny, and put so much care into my glasses.
- Jul. 25, 2024
Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Very thorough.
- Jul. 24, 2024
The person that helped was Jennifer. She is very knowledgeable and helped me pick the right pair of... frames for my new glasses. Everyone there is very polite and friendly.
- Jun. 17, 2024
Excellent service
- May. 23, 2024
Doctor Sherwood and staff are great! Knowledgeable, professional and super friendly!
- Apr. 26, 2024
quick, friendly, and kind staff. they were all excellent!
- Apr. 21, 2024
Great staff and Dr. Sherwood is ALWAYS a pleasure.
- Apr. 18, 2024
Everyone is friendly, always willing to answer questions, no problems getting appointments scheduled...
- Mar. 04, 2024
The doctor and staff are amazing. I went in with some eye concerns. They listened to my concerns and... gave me world class care. They are super friendly and efficient. I highly recommend them.
- Feb. 22, 2024
Professional service, nice staff, welcoming and caring.
- Feb. 16, 2024
The entire staff is just amazing. Very friendly atmosphere from the moment you walk in. The doctor... that examined me was very good and the selection of frames is wonderful.
- Jan. 23, 2024
The workers are awesome and helped me pick out the best glasses.
- Dec. 11, 2023
Excellent customer service. Went there to swap my broken glasses for a replacement pair. They were q... uick and friendly. And gave tips for caring for my glasses. Parking can be crowded during peak times, I went around 430pm on a weekday.
- Oct. 30, 2023
The Crown Vision Center staff is truly amazing, ESPECIALLY JENNIFER!!! She takes the time to answer ... all my questions, clearly explains each fee and gives feedback on which frames work best with my face structure. I have a hard time selecting glasses and she is always patient with me. I love my glasses and get compliments often. I would recommend this location to all my friends and family 🙂
- Oct. 22, 2023
Friendly staff. Knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Always a good experience when I go there.
- Oct. 10, 2023
We love Crown Vision Center! The staff are always very friendly, courteous and professional. And ver... y patient with answering all my questions.
- Sep. 25, 2023
Everyone here is always smiling and making our day! Thank you for the respect, professionalism, and ... knowledge! David, Kathy & David Jr.
- Sep. 08, 2023
EXCELLENT SERVICES - FOCUS ON EYE HEALTH IS VERY IMPORTANT!!
- Aug. 23, 2023
Timely scheduling, friendly staff

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Concord

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