Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your eyes don't produce enough tears or when the quality of your tears is inadequate. While occasional dryness may be manageable with over-the-counter drops, chronic dry eye can lead to persistent discomfort, blurred vision, and even damage to the surface of the eyes. At Coastal Vision Medical Group in Irvine, we specialize in diagnosing and treating dry eye at its source, offering patients long-term relief and improved quality of life.

Understanding Dry Eye

Dry eye can result in symptoms such as stinging, burning, redness, a gritty sensation, or blurred vision. Causes of dry eye include aging, hormonal changes, environmental factors, prolonged screen use, meibomian gland dysfunction, certain medications, and underlying health conditions like autoimmune diseases.

Accurate Diagnosis

Professional treatment begins with a comprehensive eye exam. We use advanced diagnostic tools to identify the exact cause of your dry eye, whether it’s meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), inflammation, environmental triggers, or another underlying condition. This allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. 

Our evaluations may include tear film analysis, imaging of the meibomian glands, and assessments of tear production and quality. By gaining a detailed understanding of your tear function and ocular surface health, we can recommend the most effective therapies to not only relieve your symptoms but also improve long-term eye comfort and visual clarity.

Targeted Therapies

Over-the-counter eye drops only offer temporary relief and don’t address the root cause. Our medical team offers a range of advanced treatments such as prescription eye drops, punctal plugs, TearCare, and more. These therapies work to restore your tear film, improve tear production, and relieve inflammation.

Preventing Further Complications and Long-Term Relief

Left untreated, chronic dry eye can lead to corneal damage and an increased risk of infection. Professional care helps prevent these complications, preserving your vision and eye health over time.

Our goal is not just to relieve your symptoms but to provide lasting results. With the right combination of treatment and lifestyle recommendations, many patients experience significant, long-term improvement in comfort and vision quality.

Experience Dry Eye Relief at Coastal Vision

Chronic dry eye can significantly impact your daily comfort, focus, and overall eye health—but you don’t have to live with it. We offer expert diagnosis and advanced treatment options that go beyond temporary relief to address the root cause of your symptoms. Our team is committed to helping you see clearly and feel comfortable again.

Schedule a dry eye evaluation at Coastal Vision Medical Group and take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable vision. Visit our office in Irvine, California, or call (888) 501-4496 to book an appointment today.