What is Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry eye syndrome is a vision condition that can occur when your eyes do not produce enough tears to stay hydrated, or something goes wrong with the tear production process. Dry eyes can damage your cornea if left untreated, so staying on top of your symptoms is important.
Contact us to schedule an appointment and see how we can help you navigate dry eyes.
What Are the Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye symptoms can result from the normal aging process, exposure to certain environmental conditions, hormonal changes, digital eye strain, and more.
Tear instability can lead to inflammation and lead to dry eyes as well. Your tears are comprised of 3 layers:
- The oily outer layer
- The watery middle layer
- The inner mucus layer
If the glands that produce these elements in your tears become inflamed or are not producing tears properly, dry eye syndrome can occur. This inflammation can also cause meibomian gland dysfunction, which clogs the small glands in your eyelids that produce the oily outer layer of your tears.
Common signs and symptoms of dry eye syndrome can include:
- Stinging or gritty feeling in the eye
- Scratchy and uncomfortable eyes
- Fluctuating vision
- A burning feeling or feeling something foreign in the eye
It’s essential to treat and manage dry eye syndrome to help alleviate symptoms, so you can focus on what matters. Scheduling an eye exam with us is a great first step and can help us prepare a personalized treatment plan for your visual needs.
Digital Eye Strain & Dry Eye
Many children and adults spend hours each day on computers, tablets, and smartphones. Prolonged screen time can contribute to a common condition known as digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome. One common symptom of digital eye strain is dry, irritated eyes.
When your eyes focus on digital screens, you tend to blink less often, which can cause tears to evaporate faster and lead to dry eye symptoms. Common signs of digital eye strain and dry eye include:
- Burning or stinging eyes
- Blurred vision
- Redness
- Eye fatigue
- Difficulty focusing
At Oxford Optometry, we can help you manage and relieve symptoms of digital eye strain and dry eye. Our eye care professionals in Woodstock can recommend personalized solutions, such as lubricating eye drops, adjustments to your work or study environment, and tips for healthier screen habits—including the 20-20-20 rule (taking a 20-second break to look at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes).
If you or your child are experiencing dry, uncomfortable eyes after screen use, book an appointment with our team.
Treating Dry Eyes in Woodstock
At Oxford Optometry, we know that dry eye syndrome can halt your productivity and leave you feeling uncomfortable. Your comfort is key, so getting to the bottom of your dry eye symptoms as soon as possible is our priority.
Contact us to schedule an appointment and get the relief from dry eyes you deserve.
Our Location
You can find our office around the corner from the Rexall on Dundas Street. There is free parking right next to the building. If you have any trouble finding us, give us a call!
Our Address
- 716 Dundas St.
- Woodstock, ON N4S 1E7
Contact Information
- Phone: 519.421.3303
- Text: You can text us by clicking the chat button
- Email: [email protected]
Clinic Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:15 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:45 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Oxford Optometry
- 716 Dundas St.
- Woodstock, ON N4S 1E7
- 519.421.3303
- You can text us by clicking the chat button
- [email protected]