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Dry Eye Treatment in Garland

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

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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 North Garland Vision 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 Garland 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 Treatment in Garland

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 02, 2023
Just left my annual appointment and needed to commend Arturo in Optical, in addition to Dr. Lim. Bot... h went above and beyond to provide a great experience and terrific patient care. Thoroughly pleased and strongly recommend.
- Nov. 28, 2023
My eye exam went smoothly. The North Garland Vision staff treated me with A+ service!
- Nov. 12, 2023
Staff is pleasant. Dr. Lim is kind and informative. I went in for just an annual exam. Great options... for specs in store. Will be back to purchase glasses.
- Nov. 10, 2023
Me and my family have been going here for many years. We love Dr Suder and the rest of the staff. ... I can not recommend them enough. However, you can definitely find glasses and contacts much cheaper elsewhere.
- Oct. 27, 2023
First time visiting and will definitely be returning. Dr. Lim was very chill and educational! Love a... doctor with great spirit. The front desk staff are wonderful as well! The young lady who performed the initial tests was amazing as well! Recommend to everyone!
- Oct. 24, 2023
Very quick. Very nice. Local sister location. I'll be back here soon
- Oct. 15, 2023
I felt cared for and listened to and the staff was amazing helping me find the perfect pair of glass... es. They took the time to work with me through several pair to find the perfect ones!
- Oct. 15, 2023
Jamie and Dr Bollish are wonderful.
- Oct. 14, 2023
I have been with Dr Bollish since 1992. Exceptional doctor n human being. He has my eye history in m... ind every time I see him. Always look forward to spending time with him.
- Oct. 01, 2023
Excellent care, very thorough and professional.
- Sep. 26, 2023
Dr. Lin was able to see me on very short notice when I had an eye issue. The staff was very professi... onal and provided a great experience.
- Sep. 22, 2023
Good place to get eye exam and new glasses. Wish they had more sunglasses options!
- Sep. 04, 2023
Service is outstanding
- Sep. 03, 2023
Had set up an appt. via Zocdoc. They respond fast, and staffs were all friendly and attentive. I was... seen by Dr. Lim. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and patienly listens and answers all the questions. I highly recommend here.
- Aug. 30, 2023
Best Dr. Lim. Staffs were great and professional. Will definitely visit again.
- Aug. 19, 2023
I love this place! They have great manners and very professional! Everyone was very informative and ... answered all of my questions!!! Try them out and see for yourself.
- Aug. 06, 2023
Dr. Bollish is the best!
- Aug. 05, 2023
Always a great experience here! Thank you Dr. Kim! Shout out to Arturo for being so kind, knowledgea... ble and patient!
- Aug. 03, 2023
As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by staffs with warm welcome. Everyone was very courteous and w... illing to help with any questions I had. Dr. Lim was very thorough on the exam and made sure I am aware of all the concerns she had. She was very kind and patient. When choosing frames and lenses for my new glasses, staffs were very informative and made sure I got all the benefits from my insurance. I initially chose this place because it was only 5 mins from my home and I am glad I did. Will definitely recommend to everyone.
- Jul. 27, 2023
Great place. Very friendly staff and doctor was very nice to my son.

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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

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