If your eyes feel gritty, sore or tired, you might have dry eye syndrome. At Eye Laser Specialists in Armadale, we offer a range of treatments designed to help manage dry eye symptoms and support ongoing comfort and relief.
Dry eye syndrome is a common eye condition, and Melbourne’s hot, dry, windy climate can exacerbate the symptoms. You may notice red, irritated eyes, vision that fluctuates with blinking, or a gritty, tired feeling. In some cases, dry eye can even trigger watery eyes.
Dry eye discomfort often worsens with contact lenses, air conditioning, or extended screen time, which can be difficult to avoid. Fortunately, our optometrists in Armadale can assess your symptoms, identify contributing factors and help you manage the condition. Treatments include tailored at-home care routines or in-clinic therapy if you need a little more support.
Disclaimer: Dry eye is a complex condition, and not all treatments suit everyone. Experience and results vary depending on the underlying cause, eye health and consistency of care. Appointments for dry eye treatments are only available at our Armadale practice.
ASSESSMENT
We begin with a conversation about your symptoms and experience. Then we’ll examine your eyes and run diagnostic tests to better understand the type and contributing causes of your dry eye condition.
Based on our findings, we’ll discuss what may be contributing to your symptoms and recommend a treatment plan to help.
DRY EYE TREATMENT
Depending on your symptoms and diagnosis, we may recommend lifestyle and supplement changes. Some patients find relief with simple measures such as warm compresses, artificial tear lubricants, flaxseed or omega-3 supplements.
But if you need more intensive dry eye therapy to support improved comfort, our in-clinic Eye Spa offers the latest technologies for longer-lasting results.
During this non-invasive procedure, we apply gentle heat and pressure to your eyelids to unblock the meibomian glands. This may help improve natural oil production and tear quality for some patients.
If blepharitis is contributing to your dry eye, this treatment gently cleanses and exfoliates your eyelid margins, which can help reduce irritants and support overall eyelid health and hygiene for some patients.
PRICING
Dry eye assessment: $210
IPL: $350 (for best results, 4 sessions are recommended)
Lipiflow: $1250
BlephEx: $120
Not everyone is suitable for dry eye treatment. Your suitability, experience and results will depend on your eyes, your health, and the consistency of care. All medical and surgical procedures carry potential risks and side effects, and we’ll discuss these before any decisions are made. The information on this page is general in nature, and you should consult your ophthalmologist for specific medical advice.
