At Bettner Vision, dry eye therapy begins with a detailed evaluation to identify the factors affecting your comfort and outline an approach that supports stable, consistent vision.
Dry Eye Therapy in Colorado Springs
What Dry Eye Is & How It Affects Your Vision
Dry eye occurs when the eyes do not produce sufficient tears or when the tear film evaporates too quickly. This can lead to irritation, fluctuating vision, and difficulty sustaining visual tasks. Patients often notice symptoms during reading, computer use, or extended periods of concentration.
Because dry eye stems from multiple factors, Bettner Vision evaluates it within the broader context of your eye health, medications, and daily visual demands. This allows us to identify the specific elements contributing to your symptoms.
How Bettner Vision Evaluates Dry Eye
During your dry eye evaluation, your doctor looks closely at the tear film, eyelids, and surrounding tissues to identify what may be contributing to your symptoms.
Your evaluation may include:
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Reviewing tear stability to see how long tears remain on the eye before evaporating
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Assessing oil gland function to determine whether the eyelids are producing the oils needed to slow tear evaporation
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Examining eyelid and lash health to check for blockages, inflammation, or debris
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Evaluating signs of surface dryness or irritation, including redness, staining, or inflammation
These findings help clarify why your eyes feel dry, gritty, or tired, and guide our eye doctor in recommending treatments matched to the underlying cause.
Treatment Options Based on Your Type of Dry Eye
We offer in-office treatments and home-based approaches selected according to your specific findings. Treatment options include:
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Heat masks to support oil gland function
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Blephex lid cleaning to reduce debris along the lash line
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Prescription or non-prescription drops are chosen according to the condition of your tear film
Dry eye is often a chronic condition, but a structured treatment plan can support more consistent comfort throughout the day.
Find Relief With a Dry Eye Treatment Plan That Fits Your Needs
A dedicated dry eye visit can help clarify why your eyes feel uncomfortable and what treatments may help. Bettner Vision offers in-office options and guided at-home care, based directly on what we learn during your evaluation.