If your eyes often feel dry, irritated, or fatigued, you may be experiencing more than just a minor annoyance. It could be a sign of dry eye syndrome. This common condition can interfere with your daily comfort and even affect the clarity of your vision. At Lone Star Vision, we offer TearCare®, an advanced treatment that targets the underlying cause of dry eye to provide lasting relief.
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the quality of your tears is poor, leading to inadequate lubrication of the eye's surface. This imbalance in the tear film can cause symptoms such as burning, stinging, redness, blurred vision, and a gritty or sandy sensation in the eyes. If left untreated, dry eye syndrome can affect your visual clarity and overall eye health, making it important to seek appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
TearCare is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). It works by delivering precise, therapeutic heat to the eyelids to soften and liquefy clogged oils in the meibomian glands. Once the oils are loosened, your doctor will manually express the glands to help restore proper tear film balance. Unlike other treatments, TearCare keeps your eyes open during the procedure, allowing for a more personalized and comfortable experience.
When your meibomian glands are not functioning properly, your tears evaporate too quickly, leaving your eyes feeling gritty, dry, or fatigued. TearCare directly addresses this problem by:
Clearing blocked oil glands to improve tear stability
Reducing inflammation that contributes to irritation and redness
Improving hydration of the eye surface
Decreasing dependence on artificial tears and other temporary relief options
Patients often report noticeable relief after just one treatment, with continued improvement over time.
You may not associate dry eyes with blurry or fluctuating vision, but the two are closely connected. The tear film plays a vital role in optical clarity, acting as a smooth refractive surface on the eye. When your tear film is unstable, your vision can suffer.
By restoring proper oil flow and tear film balance, TearCare can help:
Enhance your visual clarity throughout the day
Reduce light sensitivity and glare
Improve comfort during screen use and reading
Support better performance in everyday tasks
If you frequently experience symptoms like burning, itching, blurred vision, or excessive tearing, you may be a candidate for TearCare. It’s especially beneficial for individuals with:
Chronic dry eye symptoms
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
Contact lens discomfort
A history of using artificial tears or warm compresses with little success
Dry eye symptoms don’t have to be a part of your daily life. With TearCare, Lone Star Vision can help you experience long-lasting relief, improved visual clarity, and a better quality of life. Our team is here to provide you with personalized care using advanced technology that gets to the root of the problem.
Ready to experience real relief from dry eyes? Contact Lone Star Vision to schedule a dry eye evaluation and find out if TearCare is the right solution for you. Visit our office in Plano or Celina, Texas. Please call (972) 378-4104 or (972) 382-2020 to book an appointment today.