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Dry Eye Treatment in Norwood

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(513) 631-8889

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit Harper's Point - Norwood for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Norwood eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 06, 2024
I was fully informed and educated on my opportunities and possible challenges along with possible re... asons why it is, was or maybe. I felt good about the visit.
- Oct. 10, 2024
Great place great people
- Oct. 03, 2024
Dr Josie is very professional, nice and caring
- Sep. 28, 2024
Extremely easy to schedule an appointment online, staff was welcoming and easy to work with, nurses ... and Dr. Nusgart were able to answer all my questions and correct my prescription.
- Sep. 27, 2024
I find this place trying to to help someone else. Took my daughter to get a nice backup pair for spo... rt day at school
- Sep. 13, 2024
These people are amazing!
- Jul. 16, 2024
I love Dr Nusgart I’ll always recommend him
- Jul. 08, 2024
I would definitely go back everyone so nice and friendly
- Jun. 29, 2024
A great. Places and smiles
- Jun. 23, 2024
By far the best Doctor and staff I've ever met. They are fantastic and it was a pleasure doing busin... ess with Harper's Point! God bless!
- Jun. 02, 2024
Very friendly personnel, great care and professionalism.
- May. 17, 2024
Very friendly.
- Apr. 18, 2024
A very good place to go for eyewear. Friendly, Knowledgeable, Staff. 💯
- Apr. 15, 2024
This business did an excellent job detecting and identified a problem with my eyes, pointed me to at... -home solutions that solved the problem on-the-cheap, and rectified any problems I encountered along the way. Dr. Ziegler and her team gave a 10/10 performance.
- Mar. 26, 2024
Everyone was very nice and pleasant.
- Mar. 10, 2024
Best place to get your glasses from. Staff is always professional and friendly
- Feb. 15, 2024
Quick and easy very professional
- Feb. 15, 2024
My experience was great very friendly quick service great selection to choose from loving my new ey... e wear thanks Harper's point 🤓
- Jan. 20, 2024
Optometrist and staff were great!
- May. 26, 2023
My first time at this location and I have switched over from Norwood, service was quick, and everyon... e was very courteous!!

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Dry Eyes Treatment in Norwood

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Aetna

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(513) 631-8889