- Sudden vision loss, flashes of light, a curtain over your vision, a chemical splash or an eye injury needs care now. Call our office right away or go to an emergency room. If you can't reach us, call 911.
Dry eye
Eyes that burn, water or feel gritty
Dry eye is common, and it has more than one cause. A medical visit finds out what is going on with your eyes, so the plan fits you.
What people tell us
Burning, stinging or a gritty feeling
Watery eyes that still feel dry
Blurry vision that clears when you blink
Tired eyes after a day on a screen
The visit
What the doctor looks at
Results vary from person to person. The doctor tells you what the findings mean for you.
- 01
Your story
When it started, what makes it worse and which medicines and drops you use.
- 02
Your eyelids and tears
The doctor looks at the edge of the lids and at how your tears cover the eye.
- 03
Options to talk about
Artificial tears, warm compresses and lid care, prescription drops or small plugs for the tear drains. The doctor explains the evidence for each one.
- 04
A follow-up
We check how your eyes respond and change the plan if it needs changing.
How a dry eye visit is billed
Looking into a problem with your eyes is a medical visit, so it is usually billed to medical insurance.
Medical insurance
Pays for the dry eye visit and its follow-up.
A routine exam on the same day
The routine part goes to your vision plan.
Questions about dry eye
Can I use drops from the store?
Many people do. Ask the doctor which kind fits you, because some drops sting or hide a problem that needs a look.
Is dry eye serious?
Usually it is uncomfortable rather than dangerous, but it can affect how you see and how you wear contact lenses. A visit tells you where you stand.
Ready to book a visit?
Send us your name and number, or call. We will find a time that fits your week.