Finding Relief: Your Guide to Dry Eye Treatment Options
A persistent dry, gritty, or irritated sensation in your eyes is not just a nuisance; it can signal a condition that deserves prompt, expert attention. At Lotus Vision, we understand how disruptive and draining dry eye syndrome can be, and we are here to help restore comfort, protect your eye surface, and preserve your vision for the long term.
What is Dry Eye?
Dry eye (also called dry eye syndrome or aqueous evaporative disease) occurs when your eye’s tear film, the protective layer that keeps the surface of your eye moist and smooth, is disrupted. When that happens, you may notice burning or stinging, light sensitivity, redness, blurry vision, or the feeling of something foreign in your eye.
There are many underlying causes, including aging, systemic conditions like diabetes or thyroid disease, medications with dry eye side effects, damage to the tear glands, or blocked oil glands. Untreated, dry eye can lead to damage of the corneal surface and long-term vision problems.
The Dry Eye Treatment Process
- Comprehensive Diagnostic Testing: At Lotus Vision, your dry eye evaluation begins with an assessment of your tear film and ocular surface, including advanced imaging of your meibomian glands to identify oil layer dysfunction.
- Tailored Treatment Planning: Based on the diagnostic results, we craft a plan aligned with your symptoms, lifestyle, and eye health goals.
Available Treatment Options
If you regularly experience burning or stinging, redness, light sensitivity, or blurry vision, these are signals that your tear film may be compromised. A personalized examination by an experienced ophthalmologist is the best way to determine which of the following treatment options would be best for you.
FORMA-I RADIOFREQUENCY (RF)
A non-invasive treatment using radiofrequency to target the eyelid skin and meibomian glands. This therapy helps to reduce inflammation, improve oil secretion from the glands, and enhance tear film quality.
LUMECCA-I INTENSE PULSED LIGHT (IPL)
A light-based therapy designed to treat the root causes of dry eye related to meibomian gland dysfunction. IPL reduces inflammation, clears blocked glands, and helps rejuvenate the eyelids to promote healthier tears.
PRP EYE DROPS
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) derived from your own blood, rich in growth factors, is used to promote healing and regeneration of the ocular surface. PRP eye drops have been shown to provide relief from chronic dry eye symptoms.
LACRIFILL
Lacrifill is a bio-stimulatory tear therapy that helps replenish natural tear production by stimulating the glands. This treatment supports the eyes in producing more moisture to combat dryness.
ZEST
Zest is an innovative procedure that combines a series of steps to enhance eyelid hygiene, improve meibomian gland function, and address the underlying causes of dry eye. It’s designed for patients who need comprehensive care for lasting comfort.
Recovery & Results
Many patients begin to feel relief soon after initiating treatment: less burning, less glare, and clearer vision. The eye surface healing process continues over subsequent weeks as tear film quality improves and underlying gland dysfunction is addressed. Because dry eye may involve ongoing influences (e.g., medications, systemic disease, screen time), part of the recovery plan is dedicated to lifestyle adjustment and maintenance strategies to protect your eyes for the future.
While dry eye may not always be permanently cured, many individuals achieve significant, lasting relief with consistent, expert guided treatment.
Why Choose Lotus Vision?
At Lotus Vision, your comfort and vision are our highest priority. Under the leadership of Dr. Ajit Nemi, a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience in advanced dry eye therapies, you will receive care that blends clinical excellence with compassionate support. We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we take time to understand your lifestyle, your symptoms, and your long-term vision goals to craft a dry eye treatment strategy that truly fits.
When it comes to protecting your ocular surface, preserving your clarity of vision, and restoring the comfort you deserve, Lotus Vision is the partner you can trust. Ready to find real relief from dry eye? Schedule a consultation with our team in Alpharetta, GA, and let us begin your journey toward healthier, more comfortable eyes
