No, but they can provide temporary relief to the eyes.

You may feel stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in the eye due to Dry-Eye condition.

Yes, lack of sleep can also be a cause of your dry-eye. Your eyes heal while sleeping, so if you don’t give your eyes some time to heal then there are chances it may cause the dry-eye condition or some other eye infections

Dry-Eye is a chronic condition, in some severe cases it may not be cured completely but in many cases the Dry-Eye condition may be managed with suitable treatments.

Yes, if the condition is left untreated for a long period of time it may cause blindness and vision loss.

No, it’s not appropriate to use eye-drops every day unless it is prescribed by your doctor.

Some of the main symptoms for dry eyes are:

• Eye redness and irritation
• Burning and gritty sensation
• Blurred vision
• Sensitivity to light
• Excessive tearing
• Feels that something is in the eye

In mild cases, using humidifiers, avoiding smoke and artificial tears can offer some relief. But, in severe cases a proper treatment and medication are necessary. So, some of the treatments include:

• Lacrisert is used to liquefy your eyes over time. And, provides 24X7 moisture to your eyes.
• Insertion of punctal plug to stop tears draining away from your eyes.
• Meibomian gland expression is a process in the case of MGD. The doctor takes out the clogged contents from the Meibomian glands.
• LipiFlow thermal pulsation system is an effective dry eye treatment.
• Intense pulsed light (IPL) relieves dry eyes in some patients. A short and deep burst of light at a certain wavelength helps in some changes in blood vessels.

There may be a few complications from an untreated or chronic dry eye. So, some of them are eye infections. And, having issues while working on computers, reading, and driving. Also, in severe cases, it may lead to permanent vision concerns, eye inflammation, and ulcers.

It is the best treatment for getting relief from dry eyes. So, it focusses on an exact dry eye trigger. That is, MGD or Meibomian gland dysfunction. Meibomian glands produce mucus and lipids. And, MGD blocks the ducts that convey oils. Thus, the lipiflow aims at the major cause and helps in getting relief from the dry eyes.

You need to go through a comprehensive dry eye test. Also, Visual Aids Center uses the latest technology for dry eye assessment. So, the tests include:

• Monitoring and recording the quality of the lipid layer
• Infrared light imaging of Meibomian glands
• Testing the rate of evaporation
• Checking the redness of your eyes

Thus, after determining the above points you can know whether you have dry eyes or not.

Yes. It is a very safe process. And, FDA has also approved this process for treating MGD. Besides, it offers long-relief from dry-eye symptoms.  

It may cause some major problems. Like when you wake up, you might get thick and crumbly discharge from your eyes. Also, you may suffer from irritation, redness, and itchy eyes. Further, dry eyes get in contact with dirt and infectious particles easily. Thus, there are chances of having corneal damage.

You must take care of the following things before tested for dry eyes:

• Don’t wear contact lenses while you visit for the check-up.
• Avoid using artificial eye drops 24-hours before the test.
• Do not use any eyelid creams 24-hours prior to the visit.
• Avoid swimming at least 12 hours before your visit.
• Make sure to remove all the makeup before the check-up.

Many of our patients show the signs of relief within 2-4 weeks. Also, 85% of patients show recovery in gland secretions in four weeks. But, for the patients who have this chronic disease for more than a year. They may take up to 4-5 months to spot a major difference.

LipiFlow gives long-term relief for your dry-eyes. Since it is a chronic disease. And, no treatment is entirely permanent. So, the constant relief from LipiFlow depends on the below factors:

• Since when you had the disease
• Age
• General health and physiology
• Whether you work on the screen for a long time

We suggest the best ways to get improved results of LipiFlow.

It gets worse with time. The major reason behind this is if the Meibomian glands die it cannot revive. So, avoiding treatment can lead to some major issues. And, it can result in cell damage, permanent harm of gland function, and visual degradation. Hence, get the treatment at the right time to avoid any further harm.

Usually, with age people tend to produce fewer tears. So, with time this results in dry eyes. Also, there are some other causes of dry-eyes. Such as some medical conditions or allergies. Further, excessive use of the computer makes your eyes blink less often. Hence, it may also lead to dry eyes. Make sure to get your eyes checked as soon as you notice any symptom. Reach out to the Visual Aids Center to avail the most suitable treatment for your eyes.   

A weepy eye is a major sign of dry eye syndrome. So, when our eyes don’t have proper lubrication. Then, they wash away from eyes like water. This keeps our eyes flooding more tears and drying out. Thus, you must see an optometrist. Visit Visual Aids Center and get your eyes checked by our specialists.

Well, it may be an emergency condition in the short-term. But, in the long-term it is more likely to become a chronic disease. Because your corneas are exposed to possible damage. And, you can get affected by severe infections and vision loss in future. This also makes it hard to do your daily activities, like reading, driving, etc. And, it is essential to protect the surface of your eyes from infection. So, you should not let your eyes dry for a long time. And, see a doctor instantly after spotting any signs.

Some studies show that people who excessively use computers are more likely to suffer from dry-eyes. Also, there are some other factors. Like genetics, diet, sleep, medications, and other health issues.