Dry Eye Disease (also called Dry Eye Syndrome or Dry Eye) is a chronic condition caused by a lack of adequate tear production. To those who have it, it is simply a nagging discomfort that won’t go away. The eye may become itchy, scratchy, irritated, feel like something is in it, or just plain hurt. Redness and watery eyes are also common symptoms.

Eye Consultants of Texas has been diagnosing and treating Dallas/Fort Worth patients with dry eye symptoms since we opened in 2003. As an accredited dry eye center, we provide state-of-the-art treatments that are effective and advanced. 

About Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease occurs when your tear film breaks down (the thin film of tears that coats the surface of the eye). Tear film is designed to do much more for your eyes than just keep them moist and comfortable, it creates a smooth surface for light to pass through. It also nourishes the front of your eyes and protects against injury and infection.

In more recent years significantly more has been learned about dry eyes. Computers, smart phones, the environment and other factors are causing more dry eye sufferers than ever before. Although not life threatening, dry eyes can be debilitating with numerous causes, symptoms, and diagnostic challenges.

Once considered a simple irritation treated by over-the-counter eye drops, we now know dry eyes to be a complex condition requiring specialized focus. This has led to a number of advancements related to how it is identified, diagnosed, and treated, such as LipiView and LipiFlow.

New Light-Based Dry Eye Therapy

OptiLight, from Lumenis, is a truly unique, non-invasive light-based treatment for Dry Eyes we proudly offer. It uses precise, intense broad spectrum light to address inflammation due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), the most common cause of dry eye disease. The first and only dry eye light therapy available, this revolutionary new treatment has proven to be a game-changer for helping dry eye sufferers across the globe. Read More

While there is no cure, dry eyes is very common and easily treated the majority of the time. Our goal is to provide the absolute most effective treatment to help you live each day more productive and symptom-free.

If you suspect you have dry eyes, call our office in Grapevine at 817-410-2030 and we’ll be happy to set up an appointment.