What to Expect at Your Dry Eye Evaluation

If you're dealing with burning, gritty, watery, or tired eyes, you're not alone—and you're in the right place. At Envision Optometry, we specialize in diagnosing and treating dry eye disease with a personalized, science-based approach. Your dry eye evaluation is the first step toward real, lasting relief.

 

A Personalized, In-Depth Approach to Dry Eye Diagnosis

Unlike a routine eye exam, a dry eye consultation dives deeper into the root causes of your symptoms. During your visit, we take the time to understand your unique condition and tailor a treatment plan that works for you.

Here’s what you can expect:

 

Detailed Medical and Ocular History

We start by getting a full understanding of your symptoms, medical conditions, medications, lifestyle, and environmental factors. This helps us identify any underlying contributors to your dry eye disease, such as autoimmune conditions, screen use, contact lens wear, or previous eye surgery.

 

Tear Volume Testing

Using non-invasive techniques, we measure how the quantity of tears your eyes naturally produce. This helps us determine if you’re dealing with aqueous-deficient dry eye, which occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears.

 

Inflammation Assessment

Inflammation plays a key role in most cases of dry eye disease. We use advanced testing tools to measure levels of inflammation in your tear film, which helps guide appropriate treatment, including anti-inflammatory eye drops or in-office therapies.

 

Meibomian Gland Imaging

Blocked oil glands are a leading cause of evaporative dry eye. We take high-resolution images of your meibomian glands to evaluate their structure and function. This tells us whether your glands are healthy, partially blocked, or at risk of permanent damage.

 

Tear Film Evaluation

We evaluate tear film stability and quality using specialized imaging and staining techniques. This allows us to detect early signs of ocular surface damage or tear film instability before it causes significant symptoms.

 

Discussion of Treatment Options

Once we’ve gathered all the diagnostic information, we’ll review the results with you and recommend a personalized treatment plan. This may include:

• Prescription or over-the-counter eye drops

• In-office treatments such as IPL, TearCare, or amniotic membranes

• Nutritional support (like omega-3s or vitamin D)

• At-home care tools such as heat masks or lid cleansers

• Lifestyle and environmental modifications

We’ll also explain the goals of treatment and what kind of improvement you can expect over time.

 

Why Choose Envision Optometry for Dry Eye Care in Boston?

We are a dry eye specialty clinic dedicated to helping patients find relief using the latest technologies and evidence-based treatments. We don’t rush your visit—our evaluations are thorough, compassionate, and individualized. Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, we’ll work with you to restore comfort and improve your quality of life.

 

Ready to Get Started?

Don't suffer in silence. Schedule your dry eye evaluation in Boston today and let our team help you get back to seeing and feeling your best.

 

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