Understanding Dry Eye and Effective Treatments at Kennedy Vision Health Center

Dry eye disease is a common and uncomfortable eye condition that causes your eyes to feel itchy, dehydrated, and irritated, which can significantly impact your quality of life. At Kennedy Vision Health Center, we’re experienced in both diagnosing and managing dry eye disease and its uncomfortable symptoms. Dr. Chase Eder is our skilled dry eye specialist who will lead you to clear and comfortable vision using advanced screening tools and a combination of innovative treatments.
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What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye disease develops when your eyes are either not producing enough tears or produce low quality tears that can’t adequately hydrate your eyes. Healthy tears consist of the right mixture of three components: water, oil, and a mucus-like substance, which work together to keep your eyes lubricated, nourished, and protected. We use cutting-edge tools to identify your condition’s underlying cause and will use a variety of approaches to provide you with fast relief.

What Are the Symptoms of Dry Eye?

Though there are different root causes of the tear issues caused by dry eye disease, they all lead to similar symptoms, and can greatly impact your quality of life. Common symptoms of dry eye include:

Irritation and Redness

Individuals with dry eye disease will often experience a scratchy or burning sensation in their eyes that’s accompanied by redness.

Excessive Tearing

Oddly enough, dry eye disease can sometimes lead to watery eyes. This is the body’s response to the irritation caused by insufficient lubrication that doesn’t sufficiently hydrate the eyes.

Sensitivity to Light

Dry eye disease can make your eyes more sensitive to light, causing discomfort in bright or sunny environments

Blurred Vision

Vision may become temporarily blurry due to dry eye disease or excessive tearing.

Treatments at Kennedy Vision Health Center

Our team utilizes different techniques and treatments to manage your dry eye symptoms and address the root cause of your issues.

Eye Drops

One of the first treatments for dry eye disease that our team uses is lubricating eye drops. These drops help alleviate discomfort, giving your tear film the moisture it needs to help you see comfortably. At Kennedy Vision Health Center, Dr. Eder will carefully assess your unique condition and the underlying causes to determine the exact drops needed for your dry eye disease.

Eyelid Wipes

Maintaining clean eyelids and proper hygiene is also helpful for preventing and managing dry eye. Excessive bacteria or debris along the eyelid margin can block the glands responsible for the tear film’s oil component. Our team at Kennedy Vision Health Center views these wipes as an essential component of the comprehensive dry eye treatment strategy.

EyePromise Supplements

In some cases, nutritional supplements can play a significant role in supporting your eye health and managing your dry eye symptoms. EyePromise supplements are formulated with key nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins that contribute to excellent eye health. Dr. Eder can recommend the precise supplements and vitamins — and their proper dosages — for your specific dry eye and vision needs.

Don’t Suffer From Dry Eyes — Get Relief at Kennedy Vision Health Center

Dry eye is a prevalent condition that can cause discomfort and affect your daily activities, but it doesn’t have to remain a permanent part of your life. At Kennedy Vision Health Center, relief is within reach thanks to the expertise of Dr. Eder. Schedule a dry eye consultation at Kennedy Vision Health Center today to learn more about how we can help!

How Your Diet Can Affect Your Eyes

Diet makes a bigger difference than you think. In fact, your eyes need plenty of nutrients to function at their very best, even impacting the quality of your eyesight.
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Bad Contact Lens Habits To Leave Behind

Contact lenses offer a convenient way to correct vision while suiting your lifestyle, whether for aesthetic preferences, sports activities, or other reasons. However, proper contact lens care is crucial not only for comfort but also for safety. This article discusses important contact lens habits to abandon to protect your eyes over the long term.

The Power of Frames : Where Eyewear Meets Fashion

Eyeglasses serve as a focal point to draw attention, and they work with your hair and clothing to help frame your face. This makes glasses and sunglasses great at defining your look. With a little practice — and some variety to mix things up — you can elevate your attire and adapt your aesthetic to blend with anything, from the changing seasons to classy, formal events.

Curious to learn more about comprehensive eye exams and the specialized services we offer? Visit our scheduler to learn more about our practice and how to maintain optimal eye health.

What Our Patients Are Saying

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- Johnny T.

“Brittany went above and beyond customer service to make sure she helped me, and saved me hundreds, when I was prepared to spend money on new frames. Was really impressed with her! Especially, as I said, she spent her own time, and work doing this, and I didn’t even know this was an option. Thank you Kennedy!”

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- Ande S.

“Staff is phenomenal!!! We had late appointments and the folks helping us pick out frames were so patient, meticulous and stayed late for us, even when I made a change to what I wanted at the very end. Will never go anywhere else but Kennedy.”

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- Ben M.

“From the moment I entered the doors, to the the time I left, the staff on all levels, receptionist, technician, optometrist, and sales person, were all very friendly, informative and helpful. At great experience, I highly recommend them!”

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- Dan D.

“The people there are great, they take their time and understand where you’re coming from. If you have problems with your eyes they are willing to work with you. Also I am not an easy person to get along with sometimes and they had superb patience and were willing to work with me.” 

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- Kelly G.

“I have been going here for a few years. I always have a great experience. Nice doctors and staff and the front desk people are always so helpful when I need to order new contacts or glasses!”

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- Greta H.

“I had a great experience at Kennedy! Both the doctor/eye technician and also in optical. Would highly recommend this place!”